Tandoori is a barbecue method from India employing a yogurt-based marinade, abundant with traditional spices. Enjoy the chicken's multi-layered flavors with mildly seasoned side dishes such as basmati rice and a creamy cucumber salad.

Tandoori Chicken Thighs

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine lemon juice and salt. Massage bag until salt crystals dissolve. Add chicken thighs. Seal and refrigerate 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together yogurt, oil, ginger, garlic, paprika, coriander, cumin, turmeric, cayenne, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom and pepper. Pour over chicken in plastic bag. Seal and toss to coat all surfaces of chicken with marinade. Refrigerate 8 to 24 hours.

Oil grill grate. Preheat grill for direct cooking to medium-high heat.

Remove chicken from bag, discarding marinade. Grill for 8 to 10 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Serve garnished with cilantro sprigs and radish slices. 