Bangalore Yoghurt Marinade for BBQ & Grilling
🔥 Bangalore Yoghurt Marinade
This simple and delicious Bangalore Yoghurt Marinade is your new BBQ best mate. It’s creamy, tangy, and packed with vibrant South Indian heat from our handcrafted Bangalore Curry Blend. Just whisk it together, coat your chicken, tofu, paneer or veg, and let the spices do all the work.
The magic comes from how the yoghurt tenderises while the spices cling beautifully — giving you charred edges, a juicy middle, and big bold flavour every time. Perfect for easy grilling, summer spreads, and no-fuss weeknight dinners.
🥣 Ingredients
- 200g plain yoghurt (Greek or natural)
- 2 tbsp Bangalore Curry Blend
- 2 garlic cloves, finely grated or crushed
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil or rapeseed oil
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh coriander or mint, chopped (optional)
⏱ Prep & Marinate Time
- Prep time: 5–10 minutes
- Marinate time: 30 minutes–overnight
- Cook time: 10–20 minutes (depending on method)
🍳 How to Make
- Add the yoghurt to a bowl and whisk until smooth.
- Stir in the Bangalore Curry Blend, garlic, lemon juice and oil.
- Add honey or maple syrup if using, then season with salt.
- Mix well to create a thick, rich marinade.
- Add chicken, tofu, paneer or veg and coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Grill, BBQ, roast or air fry until charred and cooked through.
- Finish with fresh coriander or mint before serving.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
- Grilled chicken skewers with warm flatbreads
- Golden pan-fried tofu or paneer and fresh salad
- Veggie kebabs with peppers, onions and courgette
- Fragrant rice, cooling raita and extra lemon wedges
✨ Tips & Variations
- Make it milder: Use less blend or add extra yoghurt.
- Make it hotter: Stir in chilli flakes or fresh chopped chilli.
- Go dairy-free: Swap in thick coconut yoghurt.
- Make it richer: Use full-fat Greek yoghurt.
- Flexible cooking: Oven-bake, pan-fry, BBQ or air fry.
💛 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
It’s quick to mix, huge on flavour, and endlessly adaptable. This marinade locks in moisture and gives deep aromatic warmth — perfect for BBQs, family feasts, or simple suppers packed with character.
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