International Cooking Indian Flavors Arrive In American Kitchens at, J i } / “~isa2 i fata > _ i Chicken Tikka Masala is a classic Indian dish that boasts rich and aromatic spices including lemon andcilantro. (NAPSA)—Capturing the essence of Indian flavors doesn’t require long lists of ingredients, tedious techniques and extended cooking times—it can be as simple as opening the kitchen cupboards. With the explosion of accessible, easy-to-prepare international food products, people have the freedom to incorporate a variety of flavors from around the globe into their cooking. For years, Americans have looked to Mexico, Italy and Asia for culinary inspiration, and now all eyes are turning toward India. menting with the cuisine doesn’t need to be time consuming. An authentic meal can be on the table in 80 minutes orless.” A variety of Indian food products can be found in most major rises, Indian food products, such as curry pastes, chutneys and cooking sauces makeit easy and accessible to add the aromatic spices and unique flavors of India into more basic items like chicken, shrimp and vegetables. For instance, combining chicken with Patak’s Tikka Masala Cooking Sauce and simmering it for 30 minutes produces chicken breast 1 jar (15 oz.) Patak’s Tikka Masala Cooking Sauce 1 can (15 oz.) diced tomatoes 2 Tbsp. half-and-half As interest in Indian cuisine Chicken Tikka Masala, one of the most popular Indian dishes. With genuine flavors and on-the-label recipes that require little preparation time, Indian food products are perfect for busy people who want a great-tasting, innovative Indian meal without sacrificing a lot of time. “Indian cuisine presents an array of new flavors that bring a sense of excitement to mealtime,” said Meena Pathak, director of research and development for Patak’s Foods U.S.A. “Experi- grocery stores or online at www.worldfood.com. CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA Serves 4 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes 2 teaspoonsvegetable oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 Ib. boneless, skinless 1. In large skillet, heat oil. Add onion and saut for 1 minute. 2. Stir in chicken and saut until the meat is lightly browned. 3. Add Patak’s Tikka Masala Sauce and diced tomatoes. 4, Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmerfor 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. 5. Stir in half-and-half just before serving. Serve with rice. Variation: Modernize this classic dish by wrapping the chicken in tortillas or chapatti, Indian flat bread.
