Kebabs Recipe
Grilled skewers of marinated meat, served with rice and vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Meat and Vegetables
Rice
Method
Marinade Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
- 2
Marinate the Meat
Add the cubed chicken breast to the marinade. Stir to ensure all pieces are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Skewer Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Skewers
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 4
Assemble the Kebabs
Thread the marinated chicken, bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini onto the skewers, alternating between the ingredients.
Cooking the Kebabs
- 5
Cooking the Rice
- 6
Cook the Rice
In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the long-grain rice, butter, and salt. Stir once and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
Serving
- 7
Serve the Kebabs
Remove the kebabs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve hot alongside the cooked rice.
