Shish Taouk Mezze Starter
Middle_Eastern Middle Eastern - Mezze and Starters

Shish Taouk Mezze Starter

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Flaky, all-butter golden pastry filled with a delicately spiced sweet filling, baked until crisp and aromatic.

Ingredients

  • • 600g chicken breast, cubed
  • • 150g plain yogurt
  • • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • • 1 tsp paprika
  • • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • • 1 tsp salt

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Whisk the yogurt, tomato paste, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, oregano, and salt.

2
Phase 2

Toss the chicken cubes in the marinade and refrigerate overnight.

3
Phase 3

Thread the chicken onto skewers, leaving small gaps between pieces.

4
Phase 4

Cook on a hot grill 4-5 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.

5
Phase 5

Rest 3 minutes and serve with toum and grilled flatbread.