Try Neha Deepak Shah's Tandoori Apples Recipe for a Flavorful Treat

Looking for an easy, quick, and healthy snack with a little twist?

Try Tandoori Apples, sweet, spicy, smoky, and full of mouthwatering flavor! Made just using the South African Royal Gala apples, best known for their natural sweetness, vibrant color, and a juicy crunch, fully grown in the sun-kissed valleys of the Western Cape.

These apples aren't just delicious, but they're versatile too. 

Here's how to turn them into a perfect guilt-free and flavor-packed snack:

Ingredients:

Just 2–3 of South African Royal Gala Apples

For the marinade:

• 1 tbsp of butter (melted)
• 1 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder
• ½ tsp of jeera (cumin) powder
• ¼ tsp of black pepper powder
• ½ tsp of cinnamon powder
• ¼ tsp garam masala
• A pinch of sugar
• Salt and black salt to taste

For the topping:

• A little sprinkle of chaat masala
• A small dash of lime juice
• Fresh coriander, finely chopped

Method:

• Slice the apples into some thick wedges. Keep the peel for the extra fiber!
• Mix the marinade ingredients well.
• Coat the apple slices evenly. Let them sit for about 10 minutes, not more than that, to maintain their crisp texture well.
• Sear on the high heat (grill pan or tandoor) until it's slightly charred and well-caramelized. This brings out the smoky tandoori flavor.
• Top it with chaat masala, lime juice, and some fresh coriander before serving.

Tips by Neha:

High heat is the ultimate key for perfect caramelization!

Don't over-marinate it, as you want the apples to stay all-crunchy.

Whether you're only looking for a light appetizer or just a post-workout munch, Tandoori Apples are a much fun, and healthy way to enjoy your fruit with a little desi twist.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by @nehadeepakshah

For more interesting culinary content, always stay tuned to WhosThat360!