How To Cook Kebabs Indoors, The Best Way
Recipe Overview
Overview
Kebabs are a beloved dish, often associated with outdoor grilling, but this recipe brings that joy indoors. The key to great kebabs lies in the marinade, which combines yogurt, garlic, and a blend of spices to infuse the chicken with flavor. Using boneless chicken thighs ensures that the meat remains juicy and tender throughout the cooking process.
The recipe explores three different cooking methods: pan grilling, oven grilling, and air frying. Each method offers a unique approach to achieving that coveted char and juicy interior. The air fryer, in particular, shines in this recipe, providing even cooking and a delightful crispness that mimics traditional grilling.
As you prepare the skewers, remember to soak the wooden sticks to prevent burning. The assembly is straightforward—fold the chicken pieces and skewer them for uniform cooking. Whether you choose to pan fry or use the oven, the results are bound to impress.
This recipe is perfect for cozy nights in or casual gatherings with friends. Serve these kebabs with a side of hummus or a fresh salad for a complete meal that everyone will love. Enjoy the flavors of grilled kebabs without stepping outside, no matter the weather!
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
In a bowl, add 30g of tomato paste, 20g of yogurt, three cloves of minced garlic, 1.5 tbsp of fresh lemon juice, 20g of olive oil, and 7g of white vinegar.
Season with 1 tsp each of salt and paprika, 3/4 tsp of white pepper, and 1/2 tsp each of Greek oregano and ground coriander.
Whisk all ingredients together to create the marinade.
Trim excess fat from 500g of boneless chicken thighs and slice into three equal pieces.
Add chicken pieces to the marinade and mix well to coat.
Tip: Let the chicken marinate for at least half an hour for better flavor.
Cut wooden skewers to size and soak them in water for 15 minutes if using an air fryer.
Tip: Leave the pan uncovered to maintain the char on the kebabs.
Flip skewers onto the remaining two sides for another 4 minutes each.
Heat a stainless steel pan over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil, and cook skewers for 4 minutes on each side.
Tip: Using a wire rack prevents the meat from touching the tray, avoiding burning.
Place a stainless steel wire rack on an oven tray.
Place skewers on the rack and cook in the oven at 200°C for 10 minutes, then flip and cook for another 10-15 minutes.
Tip: Flipping the chicken halfway through cooking ensures even cooking.
Add skewers to the air fryer and set to 200°C for 14 minutes.
Tip: Air fryers can produce kebabs that look like they came off a grill.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Almond Yogurt
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Flour Blend
Nutrition
Skill Level
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Marinating chicken for at least half an hour enhances flavor and tenderness.
- •Using boneless chicken thighs helps achieve moist results in kebabs.
- •Soaking wooden skewers prevents them from burning during cooking.
- •Air frying can replicate the grilling effect by using both radiant and convection heat.
