Tandoori (adjective)

  1. Of or relating to a type of Indian cuisine that is cooked in a tandoor, a cylindrical clay oven.
  2. Of or relating to dishes that are cooked in a tandoor, typically characterized by a smoky flavor and bright red color from the use of a marinade containing yogurt and spices such as cumin, coriander, and turmeric.

Origin:

From the hindi word tandoor which is the name of a cylindrical clay oven used in indian cuisine.

Examples:

  1. Tandoori chicken is a popular dish cooked in a tandoor oven.
  2. Tandoori lamb is a popular dish cooked in a tandoor oven.
  3. Tandoori fish is a popular dish cooked in a tandoor oven.
  4. Tandoori vegetables are a popular dish cooked in a tandoor oven.
  5. Tandoori naan is a popular bread cooked in a tandoor oven.
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