Yoghurt Marinade

Makes 2 cups

2.5-cm (1-in) knob ginger, peeled
2 cloves garlic, peeled
2 cups plain yoghurt
1½ Tbsp garam masala
2 tsp lemon juice
½ tsp cayenne pepper
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
3 Tbsp olive oil

•  Using a grater, grate ginger and garlic into a bowl.

•  Add rest of ingredients, except olive oil, and mix well.

•  Gently drizzle in oil while mixing.

•  Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.

•  Place in a sterilised container and cover.

•  Store refrigerated. Use within a week.

Try This Use buttermilk as a substitute for yoghurt for a more tangy flavour.

Gift Guide Include a couple of nice metal or wooden skewers when giving
this marinade away. Or pair it with one of the spices used in the marinade
which your loved one might not have tried before.

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