When it comes to Indian cuisine, there is no shortage of delicious, flavour-packed dishes to choose from. Among the many mouth-watering options available, Chicken Tikka Chilli Masala is a dish that is sure to please.
I first tried this at the Cinnamon Lounge in Rishworth a few years ago one Christmas. We were there with some some friends, and I saw it on the menu. Initially I was tempted by the chillis, but was put off by the Tikka Masala element. Continue reading
Chicken Tikka Masala is apparently the UK’s favourite curry. That’s as maybe, but it’s not one of mine. I prefer the Chicken Tikka Chilli Masala as served by the excellent Cinnamon Lounge in Ripponden. Notice the difference? You will when you eat it!
Apparently the Chiken Tikka Massala was invented in Glasgow by an industrious chef who, when asked for some sauce by a customer who’d ordered Chicken Tikka without knowing what it was, mixed some spices together with a can of Heinz Tomato Soup.
So what is Chicken Tikka Masala (or “CTM” as it is sometimes known)? Continue reading