Discover our signature Thecha Chicken Tikka at Ninja Tiger, a featured highlight of our famous Tiger Thali. Tender chicken pieces marinated in authentic Maharashtrian thecha - a spicy green chili and garlic paste traditional to Maharashtra - then grilled to perfection in our tandoor. This bold and flavorful tikka showcases the authentic taste of regional Maharashtrian cuisine, bringing the fiery flavors of rural Maharashtra to Calgary.
Thecha Chicken Tikka represents the bold and rustic flavors of rural Maharashtra and is a featured highlight within our signature Tiger Thali. This authentic dish begins with tender, boneless chicken pieces marinated in a traditional thecha paste - a fiery green condiment made from fresh green chilies, garlic, ginger, roasted peanuts, and traditional Maharashtrian spices. The chicken is then skewered and cooked in our tandoor at high temperatures, resulting in perfectly charred exteriors and succulent, flavorful interiors.
What sets our Thecha Chicken Tikka apart is the authentic preparation of the thecha marinade, which requires grinding the ingredients to the perfect coarse texture that allows the bold flavors to penetrate the chicken completely. The result is a tikka that's intensely flavorful with a perfect balance of heat, smokiness, and the nutty richness of roasted peanuts. As a centerpiece of our Tiger Thali, this dish perfectly represents our commitment to bringing authentic regional Maharashtrian cuisine to Calgary, offering a taste that's both traditional and unforgettable.
* Nutrition values are approximate
Food Critic
"The Thecha Chicken Tikka is absolutely incredible! The spice blend is perfect and the chicken is so tender it falls off the bone. The authentic thecha marinade brings such unique flavors - definitely the best tikka in Calgary! This is what makes the Tiger Thali so special."
March 25, 2024
Regular Customer
"As part of the Tiger Thali, this Thecha Chicken Tikka steals the show. The authentic Maharashtrian flavors are spot on! The thecha marinade brings such boldness and the tandoor cooking makes it perfectly smoky. I order the thali just for this dish!"
March 12, 2024
Calgary Resident
"I've never had chicken tikka like this before! The thecha marinade is incredibly flavorful and spicy in the best way. As someone who loves bold flavors, this dish exceeds expectations. The char from the tandoor adds the perfect finishing touch!"
April 2, 2024