TANDOORI-STYLE CHICKEN BURGERS

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When you want something deliciously different for lunch: This burger is made with all of the seasonings and spices used in tandoori cooking, so the flavors really ring true.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Thighs

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 pounds (4 to 5) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into rough chunks
4 scallions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger (from a peeled 2-inch piece)
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Vegetable oil, for grates
4 (6-inch) whole-wheat pitas
1 cucumber (8 ounces), halved lengthwise and thinly sliced on the diagonal
1/2 cup fresh cilantro sprigs
Cumin Yogurt Sauce
Watermelon slices (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium-high. In a medium bowl, place chicken, scallions, ginger, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, cardamom, cayenne, 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; toss to combine. Set aside to marinate, at least 10 and up to 30 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken mixture to a food processor; pulse until roughly chopped, but not pasty, 10 to 12 times. Gently form mixture into sixteen 3/4-inch-thick patties (about 3 tablespoons each).
  • Moisten a folded paper towel with oil; grasp with tongs and rub over grates. Season patties with salt and pepper; grill until opaque throughout, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Halve pitas crosswise (toast on grill, if you like). Into each pocket, place 2 chicken patties, cucumber slices, and cilantro sprigs. Serve with Cumin Yogurt Sauce and, if desired, watermelon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 43 g

Arshad Sialkoti
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Will definitely make again!


Abdul Qadir Ujjan
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Delicious!


Issa Jalloul
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These burgers were a bit dry. I think I overcooked them. Next time I'll be sure to cook them for less time.


Sobia Shafique
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I found the recipe to be a bit confusing. I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my burgers didn't turn out as flavorful as I hoped.


Julia Zapata
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These burgers were a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. He said they were the best chicken burgers he's ever had.


Rokshonara Begum
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I'm not a big fan of chicken burgers, but these were really good. The tandoori marinade made them so flavorful and juicy. I would definitely make these again.


Kalden Chetty
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These burgers are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I love that I can make them ahead of time and then just grill them when I'm ready to eat.


angela goad
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I love the unique flavor of these burgers. The tandoori marinade really gives them a delicious smoky flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Aisha Endris
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I followed the recipe exactly and the burgers turned out perfectly. They were so flavorful and juicy. I served them with naan bread, raita, and chutney and it was a delicious meal.


Audwen Fourie
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These Tandoori-style chicken burgers were a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the chicken was so juicy. I will definitely be making these again.


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