Grilled Chicken Pie

This recipe creates a robust, international-style spice rub that brings a burst of warmth and earthiness to your grill. Featuring a harmonious mix of black peppercorns, cumin, turmeric, cardamom, and coriander, this blend delivers a complex flavor profile with a pleasant kick of heat. It is incredibly versatile, transforming simple chicken breasts, fish fillets, or even steaks into a restaurant-quality meal. The spices create a beautiful, dark crust on grilled meats while infusing deep, savory notes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend barbecues, this easy-to-make rub uses pantry staples to elevate any protein. Store it in an airtight container for quick access whenever you crave bold, home-style flavors.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Grilling

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 1

Calories: 112.7

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This recipe creates a robust, international-style spice rub that brings a burst of warmth and earthiness to your grill. Featuring a harmonious mix of black peppercorns, cumin, turmeric, cardamom, and coriander, this blend delivers a complex flavor profile with a pleasant kick of heat. It is incredibly versatile, transforming simple chicken breasts, fish fillets, or even steaks into a restaurant-quality meal. The spices create a beautiful, dark crust on grilled meats while infusing deep, savory notes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend barbecues, this easy-to-make rub uses pantry staples to elevate any protein. Store it in an airtight container for quick access whenever you crave bold, home-style flavors.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons Black peppercorns
3 tablespoons Cumin seed
2 tablespoons Turmeric
1 tablespoon Ground cardamom
1 tablespoon Ground coriander

Directions

1
Place the black peppercorns and cumin seeds into a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
2
Grind the whole spices until they are finely crushed but still have some texture.
3
Add the turmeric, ground cardamom, and ground coriander to the ground spices.
4
Pulse or stir until all ingredients are evenly combined into a uniform blend.
5
Transfer the spice mix to an airtight jar for storage.
6
Pat chicken breasts, fish fillets, or steak dry with paper towels.
7
Generously rub the spice blend onto all sides of the meat or fish.
8
Let the seasoned protein rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before grilling, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
9
Grill over medium-high heat until cooked through and a dark, flavorful crust forms.
10
Serve immediately, or stir a spoonful of the rub into boiled rice or soup for extra flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 112.7kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.2g7%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 3.0mg1%
Sodium 9.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 19.2g7%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g32%
Sugars 0.8g
Protein 5.6g12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: spice rub, grilling, chicken, fish, cumin, turmeric, cardamom, coriander, peppercorns, barbecue, seasoning, aromatic, heat, crust, pantry, versatile, savory, homemade, blend, marinade

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