Tandoori chicken with browned edges served with naan and chutney at Flames Indian Aroma in East Harlem.

What Is Tandoori Cooking?

Tandoori cooking uses intense heat to cook marinated food, traditionally inside a cylindrical clay oven called a tandoor. It gives dishes such as chicken and kebabs browned edges and a roasted flavor. The same oven can also bake naan against its hot inner wall. How Does a Tandoor Cook Food? A tandoor holds heat within

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Biryani with aromatic basmati rice, spiced chicken, fried onions, mint and traditional Indian spices

The Story Behind Biryani: Why Every Bite Is Layered With Flavor

Biryani is a rice-based dish known for bringing together fragrant rice, aromatic spices, and carefully prepared ingredients. Rather than creating one uniform flavor, the preparation builds different aromas, textures, and seasonings throughout the dish. With many regional variations across South Asia, this layered rice dish offers a flavorful introduction to the diversity of Indian cuisine.

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