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Shish Tawook, (شيش طاووق‎) recipe
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Shish Tawook

Shish Tawook, (شيش طاووق‎) recipe is a very popular Middle Eastern Chicken Kabob dish served across all over the world. It's healthy and high in protein.
Prep Time12 hours 58 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time12 hours 58 minutes
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Lebanese
Servings: 8 -10 skewers

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. chicken tenders or breast cubes into 1.5 inch pieces
  • cubed onions optional
  • cubed bell peppers optional

MARINADE:

  • 3 tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 cup whole milk yogurt plain and non-Greek
  • 2 tbsps. garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup oil Olive, Vegetable or Canola
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 tbsp. ketchup
  • 1.5 tbsp. tomato paste
  • 4 tbsps. Shish Tawook Spice

NOTE:

If you don't have the Shish Tawook spice, add:

  • 1 tsp. 7 spice can substitute for all spice
  • 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. oregano
  • 1 tsp. paprika extra

Instructions

  • Cube the chicken breast or tenders into 1.5 inch cubes.
  • Add in the marinade ingredients. Mix to coat well and let it marinate for 2-4 hours if time permits.
  • Assemble the chicken skewers and grill on each side for 4-5 minutes.
  • Serve with suggested sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 228kcal | Carbohydrates: 14.1g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 8.8g | Saturated Fat: 1.7g | Sodium: 320mg | Sugar: 4.3g