Grilled Shish Tawook
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Marinating time
4 hrs
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
2984 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Lebanese
Grilled Shish Tawook
Description
This recipe for Grilled Shish Tawook uses chicken thighs coated in a marinade composed of Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice and zest, tomato paste, olive oil, and a warm mix of spices such as paprika, allspice, oregano, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground ginger, and cayenne pepper. The yogurt and lemon juice tenderize the meat, while the spices impart fragrant and slightly spicy notes.
The chicken is marinated for several hours to allow the flavors to penetrate deeply. Grilling the skewered chicken over medium heat develops a slight char and smoky aroma while keeping the interior juicy and tender. Turning the skewers periodically cooks the meat evenly and creates an appealing texture.
Grilled Shish Tawook is typically served alongside fresh Mediterranean salads and dips like tzatziki or hummus, complementing the vibrant, spiced chicken. The recipe advises marinating for at least a few hours but notes a shorter marinating time can work in a pinch. This dish celebrates layered flavors through careful marination and grilling technique.
Use kosher salt to season before marinating, and fold larger chicken pieces on skewers to help with even grilling and presentation.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 2 pounds chicken thigh cut into large chunks, boneless, skinless
- kosher salt
For the marinade
- 3/4 cup yogurt plain, Greek
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (plus zest of 1 lemon)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 8 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 3/4 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the yogurt, lemon juice, zest, EVOO, Tomato paste, garlic, and spices.
- Pat the chicken dry and season with kosher salt on both sides.
- Add the chicken to the marinade, and using a pair of tongs, toss to combine, making sure all the chicken pieces are well covered in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 4 to 8 hours.
- Heat a gas grill to medium and lightly oil the grates.
- Thread the chicken pieces through skewers (you can fold larger pieces so that they would fit better through the skewers, they also look better this way and are more manageable on the grill).
- Arrange the chicken skewers on the heated grill in one single layer. Cover and cook for about 15 to 20 minutes, turning every 5 to 7 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. Enjoy!
Notes
- Allow 4 to 8 hours of marinating time for the best flavor; a minimum of 30 minutes can suffice if short on time.
- Fold larger chicken pieces on skewers to ensure even cooking and a better presentation.
- Serve with Mediterranean salads and dips such as tzatziki or hummus for a balanced meal.
- Lightly oil grill grates prior to cooking to prevent sticking and facilitate even grilling.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2984 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298.4kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 5.2g | 2% |
| Protein | 32.6g | 65% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2g | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 145.3mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 189.9mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 472.2mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.8g | 3% |
| Sugar | 2.2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 375.3IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 6.6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 65.9mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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