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Uzbekistan Street Food Style Chicken Kebabs

Cultural Context

Originating from Central Asia, shashlik has become a beloved street food in Uzbekistan, often enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations. Traditionally made with marinated meat, it reflects the region's rich culinary heritage and communal dining culture. Today, chicken kebabs are popular worldwide, with variations adapting to local tastes and ingredients.

UzbekUZmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs chicken thighs
2 medium onions
2 bell peppers
2 medium tomatoes
1/4 cup vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/4 cup fresh herbs
8 skewers
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon chili flakes
2 bay leaves

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lemon juice adds freshness, while apple cider vinegar is cost-effective.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are convenient, and frozen herbs are often less expensive.

1

Marinate chicken thighs in a mixture of vegetable oil, vinegar, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper for at least 1 hour.

2

Chop onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes into large chunks.

3

Thread marinated chicken, onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes onto skewers, alternating ingredients.

4

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

5

Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred.

6

Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

ShashlikKebabGrilled Chicken Skewers

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