Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Shishlik Recipe

Inspired by Zahav
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Apple Amba, Gribenes Dukkah, Roasted Radish

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Ingredients

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Chicken Shishlik

Apple Amba

Gribenes Dukkah

Roasted Radish

Method

Chicken Shishlik

  1. 1

    Prepare Marinade

    In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to create a marinade.

  2. 2

    Marinate Chicken

    Cut the chicken thighs into 1-inch cubes and add them to the marinade. Mix well to ensure the chicken is fully coated.

  3. 3

    Refrigerate

    Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight for deeper flavor.

  4. 4

    Preheat Grill

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

  5. 5

    Assemble Skewers

    Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.

  6. 6

    Grill Chicken

    Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.

Apple Amba

  1. 7

    Combine Ingredients

    In a saucepan, combine diced green apples, vinegar, turmeric, coriander, salt, chili powder, and water.

  2. 8

    Cook Mixture

    Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the apples soften.

  3. 9

    Blend (Optional)

    Remove from heat and let cool. Blend until smooth if desired, or leave as a chunky sauce.

Gribenes Dukkah

  1. 10

    Toast Pine Nuts

    In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pine nuts, stirring frequently until golden brown (about 5 minutes).

  2. 11

    Toast Seeds

    Add sesame seeds and cumin seeds to the skillet and toast for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 12

    Process Mixture

    Transfer the toasted mixture to a food processor, add salt, and blend until coarsely ground.

  4. 13

    Combine with Schmaltz

    In a separate bowl, combine the ground mixture with rendered chicken fat and mix well.

Roasted Radish

  1. 14

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. 15

    Season Radishes

    In a mixing bowl, toss halved radishes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

  3. 16

    Arrange on Baking Sheet

    Spread the radishes in a single layer on a baking sheet.

  4. 17

    Roast Radishes

    Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.

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