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Murgh Kebab (Chicken Kebab)

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Recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 whole chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 medium onion, sliced thick
  • 1 tablespoon cognac or arak
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Mix everything together and marinate at room temperature for a minimum of 1 hour or preferably in refrigerator overnight.
  2. Put 4 or 5 cubes of chicken, without onion, on each metal skewer and broil over charcoal for 10 or 15 minutes.
  3. Serve hot with Afghan bread, salad, and pickles.