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Easy 2 hr 55 min~260 kcal 7/10
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Joojeh Kabab
Persian saffron chicken skewers marinated with yogurt, lemon, onion, and olive oil, then grilled until juicy.
Hard⏱️ 4 hr 43 min📖 1 min readServes 4~410 kcal🇮🇷 Iranian🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 18 min cook 240 min rest
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Timeline
Total 4 h 43 min- Prep25 min
- Resting/Marinating4 h
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the marinade
- 750 gr Chicken breast
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Yogurt
- 0.3 su bardağı(~60 ml) Lemon juice
- 1 adet Yellow onion
- 0.3 çay kaşığı(~1.5 ml) Saffron
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Hot water
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Olive oil
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Black pepper
For serving
- 4 adet Tomatoes
- 4 adet Green peppers
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the saffron with hot water and wait 8 minutes for it to release its color.
8 min08:00 - 2
Mix the yogurt, lemon juice, grated onion, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and saffron water.
- 3
Cut the chicken breast into large cubes, add to the marinade, and refrigerate for 4 hours.
4 hr240:00 - 4
Thread the chicken onto skewers and place the tomatoes and green peppers on separate skewers.
- 5
Heat the grill and cook the chicken skewers for 14 minutes, turning often.
14 min14:00 - 6
Char the tomato and green pepper skewers for 6 minutes and serve hot with the chicken.
6 min06:00
💡 Tip: Do not add saffron straight to the yogurt, first bloom it in 2 tablespoons of hot water; even a small amount colors the chicken more evenly.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the skewers like an Iranian kebab plate with charred tomatoes, green peppers, and optional lavash or plain rice.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~410
kcal calories
42
g protein
22
g carbs
17
g fat
Protein 41%Carbs 22%Fat 37%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Joojeh Kabab make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Joojeh Kabab take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 18 minutes, including 240 minutes of passive resting; 283 minutes in total.Is Joojeh Kabab difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Joojeh Kabab have?
Approximately 410 kcal per serving. Protein: 42g, carbs: 22g, fat: 17g.Which allergens does Joojeh Kabab contain?
This recipe contains Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Joojeh Kabab belong to?
This recipe belongs to Iranian cuisine.How many ingredients does Joojeh Kabab need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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