Recipe Instructions:
Ingredients
For the kabobs:
Juice from 2 lemons
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
8 cloves garlic , chopped
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shaved almonds
2 lb (900g) boneless skinless chicken breasts , cut into cubes
1-2 bell peppers , cut into chunks
1-2 zucchinis , sliced
2-3 red onions , quartered
For the dip:
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3/4 cup minced red onion
4 cloves garlic , about 1 teaspoon, crushed
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons tahini (optional)
1 cup Greek yogurt
Instructions
The kabobs:
To make a marinade, process all the ingredients for kabobs (except chicken) in a food processor for 30 seconds, until blended. Transfer the mixture to a ziplock bag and add the cubed chicken. Put in a fridge and marinate for at least 2 hours.
Prepare the veggies. In a bowl, add the bell peppers, zucchini slices, and red onions. Drizzle with olive oil, add salt and pepper to taste.
Remove the chicken from a fridge and from the marinade. Thread it onto skewers together with the veggies. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes beforehand.
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) or prepare a fire in a charcoal grill, or preheat a broiler.
If using a grill or a broiler: Place the skewers on an oiled grill rack or a broiler pan and cook, turning once, for about 5 minutes per side, or until no longer pink.
If cooking in oven: Line a baking sheet with foil. Place a cooling rack on top. Place the skewers on a cooling rack and bake, turning once, for 20-25 minutes, or until no longer pink.
The dip:
Heat oil in a skillet, add onion and garlic, and cook for 5 minutes, until soft. Reduce to simmer and add the cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and sugar. Cook for a minute more and remove from heat. Stir in the tahini (if using). Add the yogurt and stir well.
Transfer the mixture to a small bowl and serve along with the chicken. Enjoy!
