Tandoori-Style Grilled Meat or Shrimp

Gluten Free
Health score
15%
Tandoori-Style Grilled Meat or Shrimp
300 min.
6
220kcal

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Embark on a culinary adventure with this Tandoori-Style Grilled Meat or Shrimp recipe, a delightful dish that will transport your taste buds straight to the vibrant streets of India. Perfectly gluten-free and packed with flavor, it's an ideal choice for lunch or dinner, ensuring your dining experience is both satisfying and guilt-free.

Imagine succulent lamb chops, juicy chicken pieces, or tender shrimp marinated in a tantalizing blend of spices and yogurt, all complemented by the freshness of cilantro and zesty lime. The robust aroma of garam masala combined with the warmth of garlic and ginger creates a rich and vibrant marinade that infuses your protein with layers of flavor. This dish not only caters to meat lovers but also brings a colorful twist to your grilling repertoire.

With a preparation time of just 300 minutes, most of it spent allowing the flavors to meld in the marinade, you can easily prepare and impress your guests with wholesome grilled delights. Whether you choose to enjoy this dish on a weeknight or at a weekend gathering, it's guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve it with your favorite sides, and watch as everyone comes back for seconds, savoring each bite of this stunning centerpiece that elevates any meal. Indulge in the joy of grilling and bring a touch of the exotic to your table!

Ingredients

  • bunch cilantro leaves 
  • piece ginger fresh peeled cut into chunks
  • tablespoons garam masala 
  •  garlic cloves peeled
  •  juice of lime 
  • pounds lamb chops deveined peeled cut into 1-inch pieces), or shrimp ( and )
  • 0.5 medium onion peeled cut into chunks
  • cup yogurt plain
  • servings salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender
  • grill

Directions

  1. In a blender, puree the first 8 ingredients until they form a paste.
  2. In a large bowl, toss your protein with the marinade. Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. When ready to cook, heat the grill and shake any excess marinade from the protein. Grill 9 minutes for chops, 6 to 8 minutes a side on a covered grill for chicken, or 4 minutes a side for shrimp.
  4. Serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories220kcal
Protein64.51%
Fat23.62%
Carbs11.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.5
Glycemic Load
0.86
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
16.81652146837%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.35mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
0.46mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
2.69mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:220kcal
11%
Fat:5.59g
8.61%
Saturated Fat:1.72g
10.77%
Carbohydrates:6.32g
2.11%
Net Carbohydrates:5.53g
2.01%
Sugar:2.61g
2.9%
Cholesterol:102.07mg
34.02%
Sodium:391.55mg
17.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:34.37g
68.74%
Vitamin B3:15.88mg
79.39%
Selenium:49.79µg
71.13%
Vitamin B6:1.2mg
60.16%
Phosphorus:366.69mg
36.67%
Vitamin B5:2.37mg
23.71%
Potassium:677.51mg
19.36%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.93%
Magnesium:47.93mg
11.98%
Vitamin C:8.55mg
10.37%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.25%
Zinc:1.19mg
7.94%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.56%
Calcium:67.81mg
6.78%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.89%
Vitamin K:4.7µg
4.47%
Iron:0.7mg
3.87%
Vitamin A:183.71IU
3.67%
Copper:0.07mg
3.34%
Folate:13.19µg
3.3%
Fiber:0.79g
3.16%
Vitamin E:0.39mg
2.57%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.28%
Source:Epicurious