Description
Traditional kebabs are a delightful culinary experience that brings the flavors of street food right into your home. These skewered meats, marinated in a blend of spices and grilled to perfection, offer a savory explosion with every bite. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or preparing a cozy family dinner, this easy-to-follow recipe makes it simple to whip up authentic kebabs that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With customizable ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, you’ll be able to create mouthwatering kebabs that evoke memories of bustling markets filled with tantalizing aromas. Gather your friends and family, fire up the grill, and enjoy these delicious homemade kebabs any time of the year!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs
- 1 large red onion
- 2 bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces; chop bell peppers and red onion.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least one hour or overnight for best flavor.
- Skewer marinated chicken with bell peppers and onion chunks.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat; lightly oil grates.
- Grill skewers for 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg