Kumbh Shashlik — Healthy Mushroom Skewers

The mise en place.

• ▢250g button mushrooms, whole or halved
• ▢1 capsicum (green or coloured), cubed
• ▢1 onion, cut into chunks
• ▢8-10 cherry tomatoes
• ▢2 tbsp curd (yogurt)
• ▢1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• ▢1 tsp tandoori masala
• ▢1/2 tsp red chilli powder
• ▢1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• ▢1 tsp lemon juice
• ▢1 tsp olive oil
• ▢Salt to taste
• ▢Wooden or metal skewers

Step, by step.

1. 1

   In a bowl, whisk curd with ginger-garlic paste, all spices, lemon juice, oil, and salt.

2. 2

   Add mushrooms and vegetables. Toss to coat thoroughly. Marinate for 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours).

3. 3

   If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning.

4. 4

   Thread alternating mushrooms, capsicum, onion, and cherry tomatoes onto skewers.

5. 5

   Grill on a hot tawa, grill pan, or oven (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender and slightly charred.

6. 6

   Brush with remaining marinade while grilling for extra flavour.

7. 7

   Serve hot with mint chutney and lemon wedges.