joojeh kabab oven
Have you ever found yourself longing for the smoky, sizzling, mouthwatering flavors of a traditional joojeh kabab, but without access to a charcoal grill? Well, fret not. I, a simple yet passionate foodie, am here to share the secret to making an exquisite oven-baked joojeh kabab. The best part? You can do it in the comfort of your own kitchen. Let's embark on this culinary journey together.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- One small chicken
- Two large onions
- Juice of two lemons
- ½ cup brewed saffron
- Two bell peppers
- Two carrots
- Two potatoes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Four tablespoons of cooking oil
Step-by-Step: Prepping the Chicken
First things first, we start by chopping up the chicken into kabab-sized pieces. Then we rinse and dry it before placing it in a suitable bowl. Now, pour in the cooking oil. The key to a restaurant-quality joojeh kabab is to ensure the chicken pieces are well coated with oil before introducing other ingredients. This safeguards the chicken's quality and flavor.
Creating the Marinade
Once our chicken pieces are shiny with oil, we coarsely shred one of the onions and add it to the bowl. We then add the squeezed lemon juice. Now, the saffron brew comes into play, along with a generous amount of salt and black pepper. Mix well by hand to ensure all chicken pieces get a good soak in the marinade, gaining a beautiful saffron hue and delicious flavor.
Time for a Chill
We then cover the bowl with cling wrap and place it in the fridge for at least two hours. This gives the chicken ample time to marinate and absorb all the flavors. However, if you have the time, it's better to leave it overnight for an even more flavorful joojeh kabab.
Preheating the Oven and Preparing the Tray
After the chicken has marinated nicely, we take it out of the fridge and preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, lightly oil a baking tray.
Arranging the Veggies
Now, coarsely chop the bell peppers, carrots, potatoes, and the remaining onion. Spread them evenly at the bottom of the tray, making sure they cover the entire surface.
Arranging the Chicken
Next, we lay the marinated chicken pieces over the vegetables. You could also skewer the chicken pieces on wooden skewers and place them on the veggies if you'd like. Cover the baking tray with aluminum foil.
Bake and Grill
We then poke a few holes in the foil and place the tray in the preheated oven. The chicken pieces will need approximately one hour and 30 minutes to cook thoroughly. Still, it's a good idea to check them after one hour.
Once the chicken pieces are fully cooked, we remove the foil and turn on the grill for a few minutes. This will give the joojeh kabab a more golden color. Note that this method might result in a slightly drier kabab.
The Finishing Touch
If you prefer your joojeh kabab juicier and more flavorful, we can brush some melted butter over them after removing the foil. This enhances the flavor and keeps the kabab juicy. Finally, serve your oven-baked joojeh kabab in a dish of your choice, preferably with some rice or bread. Enjoy your homemade joojeh kabab straight from the oven!
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