Shish Taouk

Ingredients

• 500 g chicken breast - cut into bite-sized pieces
• 4 cloves garlic - minced
• 3 tbsp plain yogurt - for marinating
• 2 tbsp olive oil - for marinating
• 2 tbsp lemon juice - freshly squeezed
• 1 tbsp paprika - for flavor
• 1 tsp cumin - for flavor
• 1 tsp salt - to taste
• 1 tsp black pepper - to taste
• 4 skewers wooden or metal - if wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes
• 1 cup fresh parsley - chopped, for garnish
• 1 lemon cut into wedges - for serving

Step-by-step instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
2. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for better flavor.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the skewers.
4. Grill the skewers for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
5. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Serving suggestion

Serve the Shish Taouk with warm pita bread and a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition per serving (estimated)

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