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Shish Taouk

Cultural Context

Shish Taouk, a beloved dish in Lebanese cuisine, has roots in the Middle East, where grilling meats is a cherished tradition. The dish is often served during family gatherings and celebrations, showcasing the vibrant flavors of marinated chicken. Today, Shish Taouk has gained popularity worldwide, with variations appearing in many Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants, each adding their own twist to this classic.

LebaneseLBmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
750 gm Chicken breast
Salt as required
1 TBS Lemon juice
1.5 tsp Garlic
1 small Onion
3/4 TBS Tomato paste
1/2 tsp Pepper powder
3/4 tsp Paprika powder
3/4 tsp Cumin powder
1/4 tsp Cinnamon powder
1 tsp Chili powder
3/4 cup Curd
2 TBS Sunflower oil
1 TBS Olive oil
Charcoal
Skewers

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: whole chicken

Thighs are juicier and more flavorful.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne adds spice without extra cost.

1

Marinate the chicken breast with lemon juice, garlic, onion, tomato paste, pepper powder, paprika powder, cumin powder, cinnamon powder, chili powder, curd, sunflower oil, and olive oil.

2

Let the chicken marinate for a period of time to absorb the flavors.

3

Skewer the marinated chicken onto skewers.

4

Cook the skewers in a tandoor oven or over charcoal until the chicken is fully cooked and has a nice char.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

tandoor ovenskewerscharcoal

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Chicken Shish TaoukShish Tawook

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