Non vegIran
Joojeh kebab
Saffron and lemon chicken skewers. Golden, juicy and proudly Persian.
45 minTime
47 gProtein each
mildSpice
8hPlan ahead. Soak for 8 hours first; the 45 minutes come after.
Saffron chickenMake it your way
Grandma's wayPersian style.
The original392kcalsame
47 gproteinsame
1 gfibresame
45minutessame
Chicken, boneless800 g, cubed
Curd (plain yogurt, natural yoghurt)⅔ cup
Onion1 large, grated
Lemon juice3 tbsp
Saffrona pinch, bloomed
Olive oil2 tbsp
Butter1½ tbsp, for basting
Black pepper¼ tsp
Saltto taste
Tomato3, for grillingMethod
- 1Marinate the chicken with curd, grated onion, lemon, saffron, oil, pepper and salt overnight.
- 2Thread the chicken onto skewers.
- 3Grill over high heat, basting with melted butter, until charred and cooked through.
Serve it like thisServe on saffron rice with grilled tomatoes, lemon and fresh herbs.