Shish Tawook
Calories: 27
Adjust Servings Here: 4 servings
Description
If you've ever tasted shish tawook, you know how delicious this Middle Eastern dish can be. The tender, juicy chicken skewers with their aromatic blend of spices are impossible to resist. But what truly sets shish tawook apart is the yogurt marinade. The right combination of ingredients can take your dish from good to downright delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 kg (2 lbs) Boneless skinless chicken thighs or legs cut into cubes
Shish tawook marinade
- 4 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 6 large Garlic cloves grated or minced
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 tsp Ground paprika
- ½ tsp Cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp Ground Allspice
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Ground coriander
- ½ tsp Ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp Ground ginger
- ¼ tsp Ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp Dried parsley (optional)
- ½ tsp Kosher salt
- ½ tsp Black pepper powder
Plus
- 10 long Wooden skewers soak in water for 30 mins
Instructions
- Marinade - Combine the marinade ingredients in a shallow ceramic, glass, or plastic bowl.4 tbsp Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp Lemon juice, 2 tbsp Olive oil, 6 large Garlic cloves, 2 tbsp Tomato paste, 1 tsp Ground paprika, ½ tsp Cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp Ground Allspice, 1 tsp Ground cumin, 1 tsp Ground coriander, ½ tsp Ground cinnamon, ½ tsp Ground ginger, ¼ tsp Ground nutmeg, 1 tbsp Dried parsley, ½ tsp Kosher salt, ½ tsp Black pepper powder
- Marinate - Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and mix until all the chicken pieces are well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.1 kg Boneless skinless chicken thighs or legs
- Skewers - Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.10 long Wooden skewers
- Grill - Heat your stovetop grill on medium-high or preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Stovetop - Place the skewers on the preheated grill and brush them lightly with oil to prevent sticking and promote browning. Cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked and slightly charred on the edges.
- Oven - Place the baking sheet with the kebabs in the oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the kebabs are browned and cooked through.
- Rest - Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the Shish Tawook hot with pita bread, hummus, garlic sauce, or side dishes. Add some fresh vegetables, such as sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions, for a complete meal.
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