Embark on a culinary journey with our diverse collection of yogurt and ginger marinade recipes, a symphony of flavors that will transform your meals into extraordinary culinary experiences. From succulent chicken thighs to tender lamb chops, each dish is meticulously crafted to showcase the perfect balance between creamy yogurt and zesty ginger, with a delightful symphony of spices and herbs that dance on your palate. Explore the vibrant flavors of India with our traditional chicken tikka marinade, where yogurt and ginger form the foundation of this classic dish, creating a marinade that infuses the chicken with a tender and juicy texture while imparting a tantalizing blend of spices. Discover the delightful fusion of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors in our lamb chops marinade, where yogurt and ginger are joined by a chorus of aromatic herbs, garlic, and lemon, resulting in succulent and flavorful chops that will transport you to the shores of the Mediterranean. For those who prefer a vegetarian delight, our paneer tikka marinade awaits, a symphony of yogurt, ginger, and fragrant spices that create a delectable glaze on paneer, transforming it into a savory and satisfying dish. And for a refreshing twist, our cucumber and mint raita is a cooling and tangy accompaniment that perfectly complements any grilled or roasted dish, bringing a burst of freshness to your culinary creations.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
YOGHURT AND GINGER MARINADE
Simply toss with your meat/fish/tofu for 20 mins or longer if you can. Will keep for 3 days in the fridge. I love this as it gives a glorious golden tinge to anything you marinade in it.
Provided by PinkCherryBlossom
Categories Asian
Time 5m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
- Place meat/fish/tofu in marinade and turn to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 37.4, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 5.8, Sodium 21.9, Carbohydrate 4.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 2.2, Protein 1.9
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH YOGURT MARINADE
Boneless skinless chicken thighs are a reliable choice when it comes to grilling chicken. They're thinner than breasts, so they cook more evenly, and the higher fat content makes them difficult to overcook. In this recipe inspired by Turkish chicken kebabs, a yogurt and herb marinade makes them supremely tender and helps them brown beautifully on the grill. While some citrus-heavy marinades begin to break down chicken after just a few hours, this marinade uses only the zest, saving the juice for a quick squeeze before serving. The result is incredibly tender chicken you can prep up to a day in advance. Oregano and thyme work well together here, but feel free to play around with herbs and use what you have on hand, or substitute dried herbs in a pinch.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories poultry, main course
Time 3h20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, garlic, oregano, thyme, olive oil, salt and pepper. Zest the lemon over the bowl, reserving the rest of the lemon for serving. Whisk until smooth.
- Add the chicken thighs, toss to coat, then cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or up to 24. Remove chicken from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.
- If using a grill, clean and oil the grates. Set the grill to medium-high or heat a grill pan slicked with olive oil on the stovetop over medium-high. Grill the chicken for 6 to 8 minutes on each side (depending on the thickness of the thighs), covering the grill halfway through if necessary to retain heat, until cooked through.
- Transfer the chicken thighs to a platter and squeeze half the lemon over them. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side if desired.
GINGER YOGURT SAUCE
From Mark Bittman. Think this would be good on roasted butternut squash/sweet potato or squash soup. Thank you Chef#945395 for suggesting lemon juice amount.
Provided by WiGal
Categories Sauces
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine all.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for a few hours, but bring to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.7, Fat 2.1, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 8, Sodium 28.8, Carbohydrate 4.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 3, Protein 2.3
YOGURT-GINGER MARINATED CHICKEN BREASTS
A boneless chicken breast is split, tenderized in yogurt marinade, and broiled. Butterflying the chicken creates an even surface area, which helps it cook faster. The result is topped with a salad of cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and fresh lime juice.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Stir together yogurt, ginger, cumin, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- Starting on one long side, cut each chicken piece almost in half horizontally (stop about 1/2 inch before reaching opposite side). Open each piece like a book.
- Add chicken to marinade in dish; turn to coat. Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
- Preheat broiler. Toss together red onion, cucumber, cilantro, lime juice, remaining 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (or to taste), and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
- Transfer chicken to a broiler pan. Discard marinade. Broil chicken, rotating pan once, until cooked through, about 10 minutes. Top with cucumber mixture.
YOGURT MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN WITH HARISSA
I love what the yogurt does to tenderize and add richness to the chicken. I have marinated it for a few hours and up to a day and a half before cooking. When this technique is combined with the smoky, charred flavor that the grill gives it, people will love this dish!
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories main-dish
Time 2h40m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, ginger, cumin, chile flakes and salt. Whisk until smooth and pour into a baking dish. Lay the chicken halves, skin-side up, in the yogurt mixture. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a couple of hours to marinate.
- Preheat a very clean grill to medium. When the grill is hot, brush with the oil.
- Remove the chicken from the yogurt, leaving any excess behind, and lay them out on the grill, skin-side down. Cook until the skin is brown and crispy, and then flip. You want to roast them, essentially, on the grill, and avoid "flaming" them or cooking them over too intense heat. That would dry them out. Grill the chicken until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thigh registers between 155 degrees F and 160 degrees F, 35 to 40 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the grill to a cutting board. Cut into small pieces or serve whole, family style. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with lemon juice. Top with some of the Harissa and serve immediately.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, combine the coriander seeds, cumin seeds and caraway seeds. Add the spices to a sheet tray and toast in the oven for 1 to 2 minutes; you should faintly detect the scent of the spices. Remove the tray from the oven and set aside to cool. Add the paprika and chile flakes to the spice mix.
- Using a mortar and pestle (or, alternatively, a food processor), grind the garlic cloves until they become a paste, and then add the red bell pepper. Season with salt, and then add the spices and the 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil and blend well. When blended, transfer the harissa to a container and top with some additional olive oil. This will keep for 3 to 6 weeks, covered, in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calorie, Fat 21 grams, SaturatedFat 5.5 grams, Cholesterol 85 milligrams, Sodium 299 milligrams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 1 grams
YOGURT MARINATED CHICKEN
A serious flavor upgrade for chicken! Made with chicken thighs (or chicken breasts) that have been soaked in a Greek yogurt based marinade that's brimming with earthy spices, and a fresh lemon-herb flavor.
Provided by Jaclyn
Categories Main Course
Time 1h35m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl whisk together yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, paprika, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, salt, pepper and cilantro.
- Place chicken in a gallon size resealable freezer bag. Pour yogurt marinade over chicken.
- Seal bag while pressing excess air out. Rub marinade evenly over chicken.
- Let rest in fridge at least 2 hours (or up to 8 hours for breasts, 24 hours for thighs).
- Preheat a gas grill to 425 degrees. Clean grill grates and lightly brush with oil (using a balled up oiled paper towel and long tongs).
- Grill chicken until cooked through (165 on an instant read thermometer in center of thickest portion) about 5 to 7 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 142 mg, Sodium 474 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
YOGURT-BRAISED CHICKEN LEGS WITH GARLIC AND GINGER
Chicken legs are seared until golden-brown and then slowly braised in yogurt spiked with garlic, ginger, and lots of spices until falling-off-the-bone tender. Serve with naan or another flatbread for dipping into the creamy yogurt sauce.
Provided by Claire Saffitz
Categories Chicken Garlic Ginger Coriander Cumin Yogurt Chickpea Green Onion/Scallion Mint Lime Dinner Braise
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Generously season chicken legs all over with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a medium Dutch oven over medium. Arrange chicken legs in pot skin side down (you want them to fit snugly) and cook, lifting up once or twice to let hot fat run underneath, until skin is golden brown and crisp, 10-15 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate, placing skin side up.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add head of garlic, cut sides down, and ginger to pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until ginger is starting to brown and curl around the edges and garlic is golden, about 4 minutes. Add coriander, cumin, and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring often, until spices are fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in turmeric followed by 2 cups yogurt and mix until smooth; season with salt.
- Nestle legs back into pot, skin side up, in a single layer and add water just until legs are almost submerged with skin barely peeking out. Bring to a very gentle simmer, adjusting heat if needed, and cook, uncovered, until meat is very tender and just about falling off the bone, 75-90 minutes (the yogurt will separate and look curdled, which is fine). Let cool 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, finely grate remaining garlic clove into a small bowl. Add remaining 1 cup yogurt and stir to combine; season with salt and pepper.
- Smear yogurt mixture across a platter and scatter chickpeas over. Carefully transfer chicken legs to platter. Using a large spoon or small ladle, skim off bright yellow fat that has collected on surface of braising liquid and drizzle all over platter (it's okay if some rogue spices make it onto platter). Top with scallions and mint, then squeeze lime wedges over.
YOGURT-MARINATED CHICKEN
This tender marinated chicken gets its zing from chili powder and cumin. For variety, add a tablespoon of tomato paste to the marinade or replace the chili powder with chopped green chiles. It's a surefire hit of summer cookouts. -Naheed Saleem, Stanford, Connecticut
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, oil, ginger, sugar and seasonings; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight., Drain and discard marinade. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack., Prepare the grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan. Place chicken over drip pan and grill chicken, covered, bone side down over indirect medium heat for 2 minutes. Turn; grill 25-35 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 170°.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BROILED YOGURT-GINGER CHICKEN BREASTS
This recipe for broiled yogurt-ginger chicken is from the Martha Stewart Living Cookbook, "The New Classics."
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Stir together the yogurt, ginger, cumin, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- Starting on one long side, cut each chicken breast almost in half horizontally, stopping about 1/2 inch before reaching the opposite side. Open each breast like a book.
- Add chicken to marinade and turn to coat. Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
- Preheat broiler. In a small bowl, toss together red onion, cucumber, cilantro, lime juice, remaining 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, and pinch of salt.
- Transfer chicken to a broiler pan. Discard marinade. Broil chicken, rotating pan once, until cooked through, about 10 minutes. Top with cucumber mixture.
Tips:
- Use high-quality yogurt: The yogurt you use in your marinade should be plain, unsweetened, and full-fat. This will give your marinade the best flavor and texture.
- Choose the right ginger: Fresh ginger is best for this marinade, but you can also use ground ginger if you don't have any fresh ginger on hand. If using fresh ginger, peel and grate it before adding it to the marinade.
- Don't over-marinate: Marinating your chicken for too long can make it tough. For best results, marinate your chicken for at least 30 minutes, but no more than 24 hours.
- Cook your chicken thoroughly: Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit before eating. You can check the temperature of your chicken using a meat thermometer.
Conclusion:
This yogurt and ginger marinade is a delicious and easy way to add flavor to your chicken. It's perfect for grilled, roasted, or baked chicken. The marinade is also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for people with food allergies or sensitivities. So next time you're looking for a simple and flavorful way to cook chicken, give this yogurt and ginger marinade a try. You won't be disappointed!
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