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Berbere Chicken Skewers

Cultural Context

Berbere Chicken Skewers hail from Ethiopia, where the berbere spice blend is a cornerstone of the cuisine, symbolizing the rich flavors and traditions of the region. This dish is often enjoyed during special occasions and communal gatherings, reflecting the Ethiopian value of sharing food. Today, these skewers have gained popularity beyond Ethiopia, appearing at barbecues and global cuisine festivals, celebrated for their vibrant taste and aromatic spices.

EthiopianETmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2.2 lbs (1 kg) Chicken
3 tbsp Vegetable Oil
3 tbsp Lemon Juice
2 tsp Smoked Paprika
1 tsp Ethiopian chili
1 tsp Salt
2 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Ginger Powder
1 tsp Cumin Powder
1 tsp Onion powder
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
1 tsp Fenugreek
1/2 tsp Cardamom Powder
1/4 tsp Ground Cloves

berbere spice blend

🥗Healthier: homemade spice mix

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper + paprika + garlic powder

Homemade mix can reduce sodium and additives.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Breast is leaner, while drumsticks are often less expensive.

1

Marinate chicken in a mixture of vegetable oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, Ethiopian chili, salt, garlic powder, ginger powder, cumin powder, onion powder, black pepper, fenugreek, cardamom powder, and ground cloves for 2 hours.

2

Skewer the marinated chicken onto skewers.

3

Preheat the BBQ.

4

Cook skewers on the BBQ for 10 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingskewering

Equipment Needed

Kabob bbq

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

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