Shish Tawook is a popular Middle Eastern dish featuring marinated and grilled chicken skewers. Here’s a simple recipe for making delicious Shish Tawook:

Shish Tawook Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs (700g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon plain white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • In a large bowl, combine yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, tomato paste, vinegar, cinnamon, allspice, coriander, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
   • Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for the best flavor.
2. Skewer the Chicken:
   • Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
   • Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto the soaked wooden skewers.
3. Grill the Shish Tawook:
   • Grill the skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and has a nice char on the edges.
4. Serve:
   • Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill.
   • Serve the Shish Tawook with flatbread, rice, or your choice of side dishes.
   • Garnish with fresh herbs, lemon wedges, or a side of garlic sauce.

Optional:

• Vegetable Additions:
  • You can alternate the chicken with bell peppers, onions, or cherry tomatoes on the skewers for added flavor and color.
• Garlic Sauce:
  • Serve the Shish Tawook with a side of garlic sauce made with garlic, yogurt, lemon juice, and salt.