Street Cart Cumin Chicken

It was a late morning in Milton when our Indian friend, Manju, offered us cumin chicken with chapattis and some condiments. My husband and I were in 7th heaven, so much flavour and so satisfying. For the next few weeks, we craved and dreamed about this little Indian brunch we had until one day......Manju arrived at our door and she taught me the secrets.

I had a private "Indian grocery lesson" with Manju at a great Indian shop that was absolutely jam packed with so many mysterious ingredients. Manju told me that she is very brand faithful and so I will share her knowledge with you. The Mother's brand in the picture above have the best pickles. I actually found them in our local Superstore and so you may be able to pick them up at your local grocery store. The KFI brand is also good, as well as Shan and National. If you can find these brands of spice mixtures or chutneys, you're good. The chapattis can also be found at the local Superstore here in the frozen food section. Follow the instructions on the package to cook, just remember to have your pan piping hot.

​This is a picture of the garlic paste - it is called "Garlic Relish" and is made by Shan, one of Manju's favorite brands. She said that this ingredient is not easy to find and not necessary but it has a really delicious taste and is great as a condiment or as part of a marinade.