The Big Day is almost here and no, I am not talking about Valentine’s Day but a day that elicits a similar sentiment (at least for men) … Super Bowl Sunday!
The day has been marked on the calendar for weeks… the TV screen carefully cleaned in anticipation (and not by me) and the subject of “what to eat during the game” is actually getting some serious attention from the men in my family. To fully appreciate the significance of this, you need to understand that with the exception of Christmas dinner, my family NEVER has an opinion on what we should eat. Ever.
So, I have not one BUT two game day menus to share with you here at the Table! The first is a riff on a Super Bowl classic – Barbeque’d Chicken Wings and Coleslaw. But in this case, I made an Indian inspired version of barbeque (Tandoori) and added Indian influences to the coleslaw. The chicken cooks up tender and juicy from the yogurt marinade and carries just a hint of spice. The coleslaw still has the sweet tanginess of a traditional coleslaw but is lighter since yogurt is used for the dressing base. Mango chutney provides the sweetness along with a warm spiciness from the ginger.
Pair this with some naan or pita bread and hummus – and of course, some Sparkling Ginger Lemonade!
Here are some other Indian inspired dishes you might like:
No Recipes – Chicken Curry
Savour Fare – Chicken Curry
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Tandoori Chicken with Mango Curry Coleslaw
A traditional Tandoori incorporates substantial amounts of cayenne pepper and is very spicy. If you enjoy a spicier dish, feel free to add cayenne pepper or another ground red chili to the marinade. Garam masala is an indian spice blend and can be found in the spice aisle of most major grocery stores. If you can’t find it, you can make your own – I’ve included the directions at the bottom of the Tandoori Chicken recipe.
- 1 cup plain yogurt (regular or greek style)
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced and mashed to a paste with salt
- ½ jalapeno pepper, minced
- juice of ½ of a lemon
- 2 tsp. fresh, grated ginger
- 1 Tbsp. garam masala
- 1 tsp. tumeric
- 8 chicken drumsticks, chicken thighs or 4 chicken breasts
Directions:
- Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl and stir to blend. Add the chicken pieces and stir to coat evenly with the marinade.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes and up to 1 day.
- Pre heat broiler. Line a sheet pan with foil. Spray a rack with cooking spray and place on top of the foil lined sheet pan.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade (leave the yogurt mixture on) and place on the rack.
- Broil for 5- 6 minutes or until cooked through.
- If the chicken is getting too brown or is starting to burn, finish cooking the chicken in a 350 degree oven until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees – check after 15 minutes.
- Serve warm or at room temperature!
Garam Masala
- 1 Tbsp. ground cumin
- 1 Tbsp. ground coriander
- 1 Tbsp. ground cardamon
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
- ½ tbsp. ground black pepper
- ½ tsp. ground cloves
- ½ tsp. ground nutmeg
Directions:
- Combine all the spices in a small, airtight container.
Mango Curry Coleslaw
- 1 small head green cabbage, cored and sliced ¼ inch thick
- 1 small head red cabbage, cored and sliced ¼ inch thick
- 2 large carrots, peeled and grated
- 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Dressing:
- 1 cup plain yogurt (regular or greek style)
- ¼ cup Major Grey chutney
- 1 Tbsp. curry powder
- 2 Tbsp. lime juice
Directions:
- For dressing, combine all the ingredients in small bowl and set aside.
- Combine the cabbage and carrots in a large bowl. Add ¾ cup of the chopped cilantro. Toss to combine.
- Drizzle ½ cup of the yogurt dressing over the cabbage mixture. Taste, adding more dressing if needed and season with salt and pepper to taste if desired.
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You’ll be having the tastiest Super Bowl on the Block! Great way to ramp up game day. GREG
Thank you Greg!!! I think this will work out well since the chicken is good even at room temperature (heck, it’s even good straight from the fridge !!)
Unfortunately, my family has lost interest now that the JETS are not part of the big game! With that said, I am sure the T.V will be on, full blast, and this chicken dish could be just what they need in order to get in the “mood”!!!
LOL!!!! My youngest said the same but I know he will be glued to the TV – football has that effect – and if drumsticks are involved, well, there is no question!
Sounds delish! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for stopping by the Table!
Yum! I like how authentic the flavors are in this dish. I’ll give it a try!
I hope you like it Carrie!! I don’t know of an organic mango chutney but I am sure that it would be easy to make. Hmm… I sense another recipe in the works!!!
I love this twist on wings. The mango and yogurt in the slaw sound great too. I have to say, my only interest in the Super Bowl is the food so this menu would make the day very exciting for me!
You are not alone although I love football so I am sure I will be glued to the TV too!!!
Always a big day at our house, too! I agree with Gregg, you’ll definitely have the tastiest football food on the block. I’ve been craving curry and this sounds delicious! Way to change it up:)
Thanks Priscilla!!
I love Indian food and now my kids do too which makes it an easier sell!!
i think this will be quite the game this year – and THIS looks like a fabulous menu; that mango slaw sounds wonderful – a must try for sure!
Hi Deb,
Hope you enjoy it – the chicken was a hit – my youngest enjoyed two drumsticks for breakfast yesterday – can you say “growing boy”?? LOL!!
I am in love with that slaw!
Hope you enjoy it – I love that it is so easy to make!!
That is one nice Super Bowl feast…I just love this coleslaw recipe 🙂
I hope you enjoy it – simple and tasty… what could be better??
This almost makes me want to watch the Superbowl. I love that you’re not sticking to chips&dip and chili like the people who’ve invited me to watch the game!
Thanks Paige!!
Chips and dip are great but I like something a little more substantial!! Since neither of my favorite teams are playing, I’ll be watching for the commercials!!!
Hello, Nancy, I’m a Indian food LOVER! Will work and clean your kitchen for food. Seriously, I love this recipe and can’t wait to try it all, but I’m particulary intrigued by the mango curry slaw!
We are definitely going to have to get together for lunch one day since I love Indian food too!! Neither of these dishes is spicy so you may definitely want to increase the “heat” ! My younger son isn’t fond of spicy food so I tend to “dial it down” for him!!
I love the crunch of the slaw with the chicken… such a great idea!
So do I – am thinking this will be great for summer picnics!
Yum i love this recipe. Tastes great. Thanks for sharing.
Simon