Tikka (food)
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Not to be confused with Chicken Tikka Masala.
For other uses, see Tikka (disambiguation).
Tikka (pronounced [ʈɪkkaː]) is a dish consisting of pieces of meat or vegetarian alternatives whose origins are traced back to ancient Babylon. The term 'tikka' was given in the mughal era.[1][2] It is made by marinating the pieces in spices and yogurt, and cooking them in a tandoor. Tikka is popular throughout the Indian subcontinent and also in the United Kingdom.
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Course | Hors d'oeuvre |
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Region or state | Indian Subcontinent |
Serving temperature | Hot |
Main ingredients | Meat, paneer, marinade, yogurt, spices or curry |
Variations | Chicken Tikka Masala, Paneer Tikka Masala |
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