Lagan Tandoori at Home: A Smoky Delight
INTRODUCTION
MS Cooking and Catering Services has been delivering delicious, award-winning dishes since 1970, and now you can recreate one of our signature items right in your kitchen! This Lagan Tandoori recipe combines traditional tandoori cuisine’s rich flavors with modern cooking techniques for an unforgettable dining experience.
What is Lagan Tandoori?
A lagan is a heavy-bottomed skillet, often used in Indian and Mughlai cooking for slow-cooked dishes. Combined with tandoori-style cooking, the result is a perfectly charred, smoky dish. It’s ideal for showcasing the flavor-packed marination, and with a charcoal infusion, it mimics the traditional tandoor cooking, which MS Cooking and Catering Services have perfected over the years.
Main Ingredients For Lagan Tandoori
Protein options: Chicken thighs, paneer, or plant-based substitutes like jackfruit (500g)
For the Marinade
- Yogurt (1 cup), ginger-garlic paste (2 tbsp), lemon juice (2 tbsp)
- Spices: Red chili powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander powder, and garam masala (1 tsp each)
- Mustard oil (2 tbsp), for authenticity
For the Lagan Base
- Onion, bell peppers (sliced), butter or ghee (1 tbsp)
- Cumin seeds (1 tsp)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Optional
Charcoal for smoking
Steps to Prepare Lagan Tandoori
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, mix yogurt, spices, mustard oil, and lemon juice. Marinate your protein very well and set it to marinate for at least 2 hours; preferably overnight.
Cook the Tandoori
a) Tandoori Baked Method: Set the oven at 200°C (400°F) and bake for 20–25 minutes.
b) Tandoori Grill Method: Marinated pieces must be skewered and grilled till it is perfectly charred.
c) Tandoori Air Fryer Method: Healthier Alternative; Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes with a crispy and less oily finish.
Add Smokiness (Optional):
To give a flavor of smoke, heat up a small piece of charcoal to glowing redness, put it in a bowl, pour in some ghee, and then cover the dish so that it can infuse the smoky flavor.
Prepare the Lagan Base
Sauté onions, bell peppers, and cumin seeds in butter or ghee until caramelized and fragrant in a heavy-bottomed skillet.
Assemble and Serve
Present the lagan base over the cooked tandoori. Sprinkle some cilantro and savor the smoke treat, all elegantly served!
Why Lagan Tandoori is Perfect for Your Next Meal
• Health-Conscious Cooking: A lighter option with air frying and plant-based proteins for those who watch their health.
• Tradition meets innovation: an example of MS Cooking and Catering Services’ legacy of how traditional flavors merge with modern trends.
• Versatile: Great for both meat lovers and vegetarians, making it a perfect choice for any gathering or special event.
• Sizzling Presentation: Make a statement at your next dinner party with the dramatic sizzle of the lagan—just like we’ve been doing since 1970.
Ideal Matchings
• Tandoori Pairings: Have it with garlic naan, mint chutney, or low-carb sides like quinoa or a light salad.
• Tandoori Beverages: Combine it with a refreshing mango lassi or some fantastic zero-proof cocktails to achieve a balanced culinary experience.
This Lagan Tandoori is just one of the many signature dishes perfected over the last 55 years by MS Cooking and Catering Services. Whether it’s family events or special events, the dishes always bring people closer.