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At Alhamra, the chicken tikka earns singular praise for its smoky, tender perfection. Reviewers describe the food as warm, soulful, and deeply satisfying.
“This chicken tikka is stupidly hot — in a good way. It's simple: chili, lemon, and smoked meat. The chicken is butterflied and grilled, constantly basted with sauces and lemon juice. It's so juicy there's a puddle of chicken juice in the middle. The smoky flavor from the grill is incredible. You eat it with butter naan, and it's addictively tasty. I guarantee every time I come to Johannesburg, I'll be coming back for more extra spicy chicken tikka.”
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1 creator has covered Alhamra. Most active: Mark Wiens
Alhamra is legendary for its South African Indian-style chicken tikka — simple, smoky, and intensely spicy, a must-eat in Johannesburg.
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Chicken Tikka
This chicken tikka is stupidly hot — in a good way. It's simple: chili, lemon, and smoked meat. The chicken is butterflied and grilled, constantly basted with sauces and lemon juice. It's so juicy there's a puddle of chicken juice in the middle. The smoky flavor from the grill is incredible. You eat it with butter naan, and it's addictively tasty. I guarantee every time I come to Johannesburg, I'll be coming back for more extra spicy chicken tikka.
