Şiş Kebab (Shish Kebab)
Şiş Kebab is a delectable dish that combines marinated meat and colorful vegetables, creating a vibrant explosion of flavors. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this recipe features tender lamb or chicken grilled to perfection and drizzled with creamy tahini sauce. Each bite offers juicy textures and aromatic spices, making it an instant favorite for gatherings or simple weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless lamb or chicken thighs
- 2 bell peppers (red and yellow), cut into chunks
- 1 medium sweet onion, cut into wedges
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ cup tahini sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, and salt to create the marinade.
- Cut the lamb or chicken into bite-sized cubes and add them to the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour (overnight is ideal).
- Preheat the grill to 400°F (200°C). Thread meat onto skewers, alternating with bell peppers and onions.
- Grill skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until charred and cooked through.
- Serve on a platter drizzled with tahini sauce alongside warm pita or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg