moroccan chicken kebabs with quick preserved lemon
A blend of Moroccan herbs and spices dress up your chicken for your next summer cook-out. Also a shortcut to an age-old preservation technique of preserving lemons. Prep time does not include marinating time, or the 24 hours until can use preserved lemon.
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prep time
15 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
Grill
yield
6-8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 2" pieces
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- olive oil, extra virgin
- skewers
- couscous, for serving
- yogurt sauce, for serving
- FOR "PRESERVED" LEMONS:
- 3 meyer lemons, scrubbed clean
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1 quart-size jar with lid for "aging"
How To Make moroccan chicken kebabs with quick preserved lemon
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Step 1In a bowl combine parsley, cumin, cinnamon, coriander, ginger, paprika, cayenne, garlic, black pepper, and sea salt. Stir to combine.
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Step 2Toss chicken in prepared spice mixture along with enough olive oil to coat evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours, preferably overnight.
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Step 3Prepare a gas or charcoal grill to high heat, 450-500 Fahrenheit degrees.
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Step 4Skewer chicken by “folding” pieces onto skewer alternating every couple pieces with Preserved lemon slices. Repeat with remaining skewers.
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Step 5Grill skewers over high heat, turning once for about 10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Serve skewers with couscous and yogurt sauce.
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Step 6For “Preserved” Lemons: Slice lemons into ¼” thick rounds and toss together with remaining ingredients.
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Step 7Pile lemons into jar and cover with lid. Keep at room temperature for 24 hours.
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Step 8Transfer jar to refrigerator and store for up to 2 weeks.
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