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Tandoori Spiced Grilled Chicken Wings with Easy Homemade Yogurt Sauce

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Flavorful tandoori spiced grilled chicken wings marinated overnight in a yogurt-spice blend, served with a cooling homemade yogurt sauce. Perfect for quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing outdoor parties.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) chicken wings, tips removed and separated at joints
  • 1 cup (240g) plain yogurt, full-fat or Greek
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or mustard oil
  • 1 cup (240g) plain yogurt, thick and creamy (for sauce)
  • 1 small cucumber, finely grated and drained
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (for sauce)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup plain yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, cumin, coriander, paprika, garam masala, turmeric, cayenne, salt, and oil. Mix until smooth.
  2. Add chicken wings and toss well to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
  3. While wings marinate, grate cucumber and squeeze out excess liquid.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup plain yogurt, grated cucumber, cilantro, mint, roasted cumin powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well and refrigerate until serving.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F/200°C). If using charcoal, wait until coals are glowing red with ash layer.
  6. Place wings on grill grates in a single layer. Cook 7-10 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until charred and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. If flare-ups occur, move wings to cooler part of grill temporarily.
  8. Transfer cooked wings to a platter and let rest for 5 minutes.
  9. Serve hot with chilled yogurt sauce. Garnish with extra cilantro or lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

Marinate wings overnight for best flavor and tenderness. Pat wings dry before grilling to achieve crispy skin. Control heat zones on grill to avoid burning. Use tongs to turn wings to keep juices intact. If no grill available, bake at 425°F (220°C) on wire rack for 35-40 minutes, broil 2-3 minutes for crispiness. Yogurt is key for tenderizing and flavor infusion.

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