This dish, popular in Northern India, is characterized by its rich, creamy tomato-based sauce, often featuring cashews and butter. The protein element is typically marinated and cooked in a tandoor before being added to the sauce. It's commonly served with naan or rice.
- The dish is named after the main ingredient, commonly cooked in a tandoor.
- The sauce often contains a blend of warming spices like garam masala and turmeric.
- The texture is exceptionally smooth and velvety.
- A vegetarian variant using paneer is also widely available.