Chicken shashlik marinade with cumin

3 servings

10 minutes

Marinade for chicken shashlik with cumin is a harmonious blend of spicy, piquant, and warm Eastern notes. Cumin, the key ingredient, gives the dish a distinctive aroma familiar to anyone who appreciates Eastern cuisine. The combination of paprika, garlic, and chili flakes adds depth of flavor, balancing between spiciness and sweet smokiness. This marinade makes the chicken incredibly tender by infusing it with a rich bouquet of spices. Historically, cumin marinades were found in the culinary traditions of Central Asia but have since become popular in Russian cuisine as well. This marinade is perfect for making juicy shashlik that can be served with a light vegetable side or fresh flatbreads while enjoying its rich flavor outdoors.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 747.1
• Proteins: 82.1g
• Fats: 40.3g
• Carbohydrates: 16.1g

Ingredients

• Chicken breast: 1 kg
• Olive oil: 5 tbsp
• Cumin (zira): 0.5 tbsp
• Chili pepper flakes: 0 g
• Salt: 0.5 tsp
• Mix of peppers: 0.5 tsp
• Paprika: 1 tbsp
• Garlic: 3 pc
• Lemon: 1 pc

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the ingredients.

2. Add salt to the oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Olive oil: 5 tablespoon

3. Add ground pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mix of peppers: 0.5 teaspoon

4. Then add paprika.

   Required ingredients:

   • Paprika: 1 tablespoon

5. Add dry chili flakes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chili pepper flakes: 0 g

6. Season with cumin.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cumin (zira): 0.5 tablespoon

7. Peel the garlic.

8. Press the garlic into the sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 3 pieces

9. Mix thoroughly.

10. Cut the meat into large cubes (about 5 cm on each side).

11. Place the meat in a bag and add the sauce.

    Required ingredients:

    • Chicken breast: 1 kg

12. Mix well, massaging the bag with your hands, and send it to the refrigerator for 8-10 hours.