The diverse glories of classic Indian cooking has remained limited mostly to hot curries in the outside world . North Indian food, mostly curries, with the exception of Goan Vindaloo or Madras curry, are hot favourites on the international platter. This trend started because restaurateurs in India tend to serve hotel food, and not home food. For the most part, only in private homes could one sample delicate, traditional dishes that came from hours of preparation, by skilled hands, using methods that had been handed down generations. All that, of course, has changed dramatically in the past decade or so. Indian food has become an international phenomenon, with countless restaurants now offering cuisine that is more varied than just hot curries. In India also, lot more regional variations are available than before. Indian food, it might be said, seems to have entered a new era - one that will certainly bring an even wider appreciation of its many delights.Tandoori food has carved a niche for itself in theIndian as well as the international market. Diners find tandoori food truly Indian in flavour and at the same time free from the bane of Indian curry. Oil-floating-on-top curries are becoming extinct, so to say. An average diner has become more knowledgeable and demanding than ever before. To popularise Indian dishes it is important to internationalise Indian food to some extent. With more and more people showing a distinct shift towards non-spicy, not-too-greasy dishes, it is time to look at the recipes being handed down from generations and modify them to suit today's need and demand. Tandoor imparts a special earthy flavour to the dish. It is very close to the international barbecue - in both its preparation and taste.Here's a recipe that is my favourite. This dish has been served in different regions of the world and most people have loved this kebab. In my opinion diners prefer the mildness of this dish and also the distinct flavours of the spices and herbs used. The same marinade may be used for otherdelicate kebabs also.
