Persian Chicken Kebabs | Barbechoo

saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric provides color and flavor at a lower cost.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork

Thighs are juicier and cheaper than breast.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable and neutral in flavor.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Sour cream is a cost-effective substitute with similar consistency.

Dice chicken fillets into 1-inch chunks.

Make marinade with yogurt, paprika, turmeric, sea salt, black pepper, rapeseed oil, lime juice, and saffron water.

Mix marinade ingredients together until well combined.

Add chicken to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are coated.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, up to 4 hours.

Prepare barbecue (Kamado Joe) with a bed of coals, aiming for a temperature around 200-220 degrees Celsius.

Slice onion into quarters for skewering.

Thread chicken and onion onto skewers, alternating pieces.

Grill skewers over coals, turning occasionally until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 72 degrees Celsius.

Serve with a sauce made of yogurt, saffron water, salt, pepper, and chopped chives, alongside flatbreads.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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