Ingredients
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1 teaspoon turmeric
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2 1/2 cups full-fat plain yogurt, divided
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger
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2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
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1 1/2 teaspoons salt
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1 teaspoon coriander
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1/2 teaspoon cumin
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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8 chicken legs (with thighs attached, skin on or removed)
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6 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- In a processor blend 1-1/2 cups plain yogurt with the next 9 ingredients (the lemon juice to cayenne pepper) until smooth and well blended; transfer to a large bowl; mix in the remaining 1 cup yogurt with a wooden spoon.
- Add in the chicken and toss to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate over night.
- Prepare the grill to a medium-high heat.
- Place the marinated-coated chicken on the grill, do not wash off the yogurt marinade, but discard any marinade from the bowl.
- Grill the chicken (about 12-13 minutes per side) basting with melted butter the last 5 minutes of cooking on both sides, season with more salt and pepper if desired while cooking.
- Delicious!