#grill – Reetika Mitra https://reetikamitra.com Fooding Around Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:05:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://reetikamitra.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cropped-icon-32x32.png #grill – Reetika Mitra https://reetikamitra.com 32 32 Peruvian Grilled Chicken https://reetikamitra.com/startup-ideas/peruvian-grilled-chicken/ https://reetikamitra.com/startup-ideas/peruvian-grilled-chicken/#comments Sun, 06 Jul 2025 08:38:46 +0000 https://reetikamitra.com/?p=7261 The first time I came across the Peruvian grilled chicken was when a fellow foodie group member enquired about this dish. She had also posted a picture of the dish and it looked intriguing to me. I then looked it up and was pleasantly surprised to find that the dish was a medium spicy, flavourful, easy to put together recipe. The dish originated in Peru and hence the name. It is served with a vibrant green Peruvian sauce which is locally known as Aji Verde and I realized that the sauce would appeal to the Indian palate. A few tips for preparing this dish. You can marinate and keep it overnight for a more expeditious cook the following day. I have used chicken thigh, but you can use other cuts with or without bones. Use a level of spice that suits you and your family. The final dish looks very appealing and neat with the red hue of the chicken pieces contrasting with the green sauce. The green sauce almost looks like our coriander-mint chutney but the taste can’t be more different. Ideally, the Peruvian grilled chicken can serve as a starter and paired with a soup but one can also use this as part of a main meal along with other dishes. So, if you are looking for a chicken dish with an exotic origin and taste profile, the Peruvian grilled chicken meets that criteria.

 

 

 

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Peruvian Grilled Chicken

★★★ 2.3 from 9 reviews
  • Author: Reetika Mitra
  • Prep Time: 10 Mins
  • Cook Time: 20 Mins
  • Total Time: 30 Mins
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Description

From The Land Of Incas

Ingredients

  • 8 Chicken thighs
  • 3 Tbsp Oil (I have used Olive oil)
  • 5 Tbsp white Vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp Soy sauce
  • 5 cloves Garlic, finely minced
  • 1 heaped Tbsp ground Cumin
  • 2 Tsp Paprika
  • 2 Tsp dried Oregano
  • 2 Tsp All Purpose Seasoning
  • 1/2 Tsp freshly grounded Black Pepper
  • 1 Tsp White Pepper powder
  • 1 Tsp
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste

 

  • Ingredients for the Peruvian Aji Verde Sauce :
  • 1 cup fresh Coriander leaves
  • 1/2 cup chopped Spring Onion Greens
  • 2–3  Green Chilies, seeds removed (According to spice intake)
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or hung curd
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 Tbsp lime juice
  • 8–10 whole Black Peppercorns
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, white vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, white pepper, black pepper, all-purpose seasoning and lime juice.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, coating each piece thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight.
  3. Preheat the grill to 170°C or 340°F. Line the baking trays with parchment paper or aluminium foil. Lightly brush to grease them with oil and keep it ready.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and let excess marinade drip off. Grill the chicken for about 6-8 minutes or until well seared.
  5. Flip and cook for another 8-10 minutes, till cooked through and lightly charred.
  6. In the meanwhile prepare the Peruvian Aji Verde sauce by blending all green sauce ingredients in a blender jar.
  7. Serve the grilled chicken immediately along with the creamy green sauce to add a flavour blast to your Peruvian Grilled Chicken.

Notes

If you want to use the Air fryer instead, preheat your air fryer to 180°C or 360°F. Place the chicken in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes. Remember to flip the chicken pieces midway into cooking.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4

 

 

]]> https://reetikamitra.com/startup-ideas/peruvian-grilled-chicken/feed/ 1810 Grilled Fish in Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce https://reetikamitra.com/mainstays/grilled-fish-in-creamy-lemon-butter-sauce/ https://reetikamitra.com/mainstays/grilled-fish-in-creamy-lemon-butter-sauce/#comments Sun, 25 May 2025 08:49:42 +0000 https://reetikamitra.com/?p=7241 This dish takes me back to my childhood. As far as I can remember, I had this first at one of the clubs in Kolkata, during my growing up years. Later I remember having the grilled fish in the Sky Room on Park street. What endeared me to the dish at that time was the lack of bones and its simple yet flavourful taste. Needless to say, later as I grew up, I mastered the art of deboning ala the Hilsa. The heart of this recipe is the sauce which is an amalgam of cream, butter, lemon, garlic and chili. If you can get this right, it will make all the difference and make it restaurant worthy. Off-course the fish needs to be fresh. I have used Basa but one can also use Sole, Bhetki or any white fish fillet. For cooking, I have used the oven grill. You can also do it in a flat bottom pan over the stove. It then turns out to a pan-fried version. This is a relatively light meal ideally accompanied with sautéed mixed seasonal vegetables. The other options for sides could be soup, salad and mashed or fried potatoes. So, if you are looking to rustle up a quick light meal for the family or for guests, the Grilled fish in Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce is a good option.

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Grilled Fish in Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce

★★★★★ 4.8 from 116 reviews
  • Author: Reetika Mitra
  • Prep Time: 10 Mins
  • Cook Time: 15 Mins
  • Total Time: 25 Mins
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Description

A Continental Classic With A Twist

Ingredients

  • 750 gms Fish Fillet (Basa or the likes)
  • 1 Tsp freshly ground Black Peppercorns
  • Juice of 1 Lime
  • Salt to season

 

Other Ingredients :-

  • 40 gms Butter
  • 2 Tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 5 Tbsp finely chopped Garlic
  • ½ cup Cooking Cream or 1 cup thick Coconut ( I have used coconut milk in my one)
  • 1–2 thinly sliced fresh Red Chillies (depending on your spice intake)
  • 1/2 Tsp Chilli Flakes
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 Tsp freshly crushed All Seasons mix (may be replaced with some Italian Seasoning )

Instructions

. Clean and cut the fish fillet into 3 or 4 pcs depending on the desired size

  1. Using kitchen paper towels wipe and remove moisture. Sprinkle salt, pepper and some lime juice on one side. Lightly massage them to the flesh of the fish. Flip the fillet and repeat over the other side. Cover and marinate for 20 mins.
  2. In the meantime pre – heat the oven to 180 °C  or 350°F. Line the baking trays with foil or parchment paper and brush with some oil.
  3. Place the marinated fish fillet on the prepared baking trays. Brush or spray some oil from the top and grill for about 7-8 mins. Flip the fish fillet and grill for another 5-7 mins more or untill done. The fish fillets should have a nice charred look and slightly crispy on the sides.
  4. If you Don’t have an oven readily available, you may pan grill the fish by simply adding little oil to a flat bottom pan. When hot transfer the marinated fish fillet, cook over medium flame for 5 mins, before flipping over and cooking for another 4-5 mins till they are cooked, lightly  charred and slightly crispy on the sides.
  5. While the fish is getting grilled, let’s prepare the sauce to go with. Over medium flame heat a heavy bottom pan. Add the butter along with the oil.
  6. Once the butter melts, add the chopped garlic and sliced fresh red chillies. Toss and saute till the garlic turns golden brown and leaves an aroma.
  7. Add the coconut cream or cooking cream. Stir and add the other Seasoning, that is, salt to taste, pinch of freshly ground black pepper, All Seasons mix or Italian Seasoning.
  8. Lower the flame and add a squeeze of lime juice (about 1 tbsp)  for that light lemony flavour.
  9. Take out the grilled fish fillet from the oven. Transfer them to the individual serving dish immediately. Load the grilled fillets with the lemon – butter sauce made.
  10. Serve hot accompanied with some bread rolls, crisp toasts, stir fried veggies or even some soup for a complete meal.

Notes

If the oven grill is not readily available, you can also do it in a flat bottom pan over the stove. It then turns out to a pan-fried version. It is eually important to use good quality white fish fillet for this preparation to get the best result taste wise.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3
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