Tandoori Plantains

Ingredients

Fresh cilantro leaves

handful, finely chopped for garnish

Olive oil

1 tablespoon, for brushing the grill

Salt

1/2 teaspoon or to taste

Red chili powder

1 teaspoon

Turmeric powder

1/2 teaspoon

Tandoori masala

2 tablespoons

Ginger

1 teaspoon, grated or ginger paste

Lemon juice

1 tablespoon

Yogurt

1/2 cup, plain

Ripe plantains

2, peeled and cut into thick slices

Instructions

1. Peel the plantains and cut them into thick slices. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the plain yogurt, lemon juice, grated ginger, tandoori masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. This mixture serves as a rich marinade, infusing the plantains with the classic tandoori flavors.
3. Add the sliced plantains to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors. For a deeper flavor, you can marinate them for up to 2 hours.
4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
5. Brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent the plantains from sticking.
6. Arrange the marinated plantain slices on the grill. Grill each side for about 8-10 minutes, or until the plantains are tender and slightly charred, enhancing their natural sweetness.
7. Carefully remove the grilled plantains from the heat and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro for an added layer of freshness.
8. Serve these Tandoori Plantains hot as a mouthwatering appetizer or a side dish to your main course. They pair perfectly with a side of tangy mint chutney.