Tandoor

Definition

A cylindrical clay or metal oven used in South Asian cooking, typically heated to high temperatures with charcoal or wood and used to bake breads like naan or roast marinated meats and vegetables.

Example Usage

The restaurant's tandoor was imported directly from India and produced the most authentic naan bread in the city.

Origin

From Hindi/Urdu तंडूर (tandūr), derived from Persian تنور (tanoor), meaning oven.

Fun Fact

Traditional tandoors can reach temperatures exceeding 900°F (480°C), cooking food in just a few minutes through radiant heat.

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