Fusion Cooking Blended Cuisines
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Fusion Cooking: The Art of Blended Cuisines
A Delectable Introduction to Fusion Cooking
What happens when you combine the fiery flavors of Indian cuisine with the English affection for tomatoes and creamy textures? You get Chicken Tikka Masala?"a celebrated fusion of chicken tikka and masala. Chicken tikka consists of marinated meat cooked in a tandoor, a traditional Indian clay oven. The masala is a rich gravy made from tomato puree, cream, and a blend of Indian spices, creating a mild curry dish that can range in color from red to orange, depending on the recipe.
The Global Popularity of Chicken Tikka Masala
Chicken Tikka Masala is arguably the most popular Indian dish worldwide, often surpassing tandoori chicken as the iconic representation of Indian cuisine. In the UK, Marks & Spencer sells 18 tons of Chicken Tikka Masala Sandwiches weekly, and Indian restaurants serve it 23 million times a year. Sainsbury's offers 16 different products featuring this beloved dish, and Noon Products manufactures 10 tons daily for supermarkets.
The Origins and Evolution of a Culinary Legend
Despite its association with Indian cuisine, Chicken Tikka Masala has British roots. Kitchens from London to Glasgow claim its invention in the late 1960s. According to legend, a Bangladeshi chef in Britain created the dish for an English customer who famously asked, "Where's my gravy?" This request led to the blending of cream of tomato soup with spices, giving birth to what we now recognize as Chicken Tikka Masala?"an early example of fusion cooking. British politician and former Foreign Secretary Robin Cook once described it as "a true British national dish," highlighting its blend of Indian authenticity and a British preference for gravy-laden meat.
Ingredients and Preparation: What Makes Chicken Tikka Masala Unique?
A 1998 survey found that of 48 versions of the dish, the only common ingredient was chicken. A typical recipe involves marinating chicken in yogurt, ginger, garlic, cardamom, cumin, and white pepper overnight. The marinated chicken is briefly cooked in a hot tandoor and then served with a sauce made from tomato, ginger, garlic, cream, and assorted spices. Unlike its spicy predecessor, tandoori chicken, this dish offers a mild and creamy taste.
A Dish Without Borders
Is Chicken Tikka Masala an English or an Indian dish? Its widespread acceptance suggests that it transcends borders. Available in nearly every Indian restaurant and exported back to India by several English firms, it is cherished by millions annually. Regardless of its origins, Chicken Tikka Masala remains a testament to the delicious potential of fusion cooking.
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