Recipes - Chicken Sekuwa

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• Bamboo skewers, soaked for at least 30 minutes
• Melted butter for basting

Marinade:

• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 3 fresh red chilies
• 1/2 tablespoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon asafetida
• 1/2 teaspoon timur (Szechwan pepper)
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 1 teaspoon garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon ginger paste
• Salt and Pepper

Cooking Instructions:

In a blender, process all marinating ingredients into a smooth paste. Marinate chicken cubes in marinade for overnight in the refrigerator. Pat dry marinated chicken pieces and thread on with soaked bamboo skewers. Grill to the desired doneness, frequently turning and basting with the melted butter. Serve hot with rice pilaf and stir-fried vegetables, accompanied by tomato achar.