Jul 14 2026

Kebabs Recipe

Inspired by The Syrian Kitchen
Time1h
Serves4

Grilled skewered meat served with pita and sauce.

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Ingredients

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Marinade

For Serving

Method

Marinade Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well mixed.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the cubed chicken breast to the marinade. Ensure all pieces are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1-2 hours.

Kebab Assembly

  1. 3

    Prepare the Skewers

    If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. If using metal skewers, skip this step.

  2. 4

    Assemble the Kebabs

    Thread the marinated chicken, bell pepper squares, and red onion squares onto the skewers, alternating between meat and vegetables until all ingredients are used.

Grilling

  1. 5

    Preheat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C).

  2. 6

    Grill the Kebabs

    Place the assembled kebabs on the grill. Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Kebabs

    Remove the kebabs from the grill and let rest for a few minutes. Serve warm with pita bread and tzatziki sauce on the side.

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