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PRACTICAL WALKTHROUGH · PARAMETERS · COMMON MISTAKES
Tandoori baking uses a charcoal‑heated clay oven to cook food at 250–315 °C, producing a smoky, charred exterior while keeping the interior moist.
Origin: Punjabi people (centuries ago) — Punjab, India/Pakistan
See full technique reference →The high temperature triggers a rapid Maillard reaction between surface proteins and sugars, while internal proteins denature around 60 °C and lipids oxidize near 120 °C. Charcoal combustion creates a slightly reducing atmosphere that preserves moisture and allows pyrolysis of spices to impart smoky flavor.
Primary Reaction
Maillard browning
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