Saffron Chicken Kebab RecipeSaffron Chicken Kebab Recipe in Three Ways

Saffron Chicken Kebab Recipe : Chicken kebab is one of the most iconic dishes in Iran. Whenever we go outside the city, we often choose chicken kebab for lunch. There are various ways to make saffron chicken kebab, with everyone having their own unique method for marinating, which can greatly affect the flavor. In this article, we will teach you how to make saffron chicken kebab in three ways, one of which is a diet-friendly option.

Saffron Chicken Kebab with Yogurt (For 6 People)

Ingredients:

  • Chicken – 2 kg
  • Lemon juice – 4 tbsp
  • Thick yogurt – 100 g
  • Saffron – 2 tsp
  • Large onions – 2
  • Oil – 10 tbsp
  • Butter – 100 g

Preparation:

  1. Step One: After cleaning and washing the chicken, cut it into appropriate pieces for skewering. For parties, it’s better to use boneless chicken breasts.
  2. Step Two: Place the cut chicken pieces into a large bowl, then thinly slice the onions and add them on top.
  3. Step Three: Mix saffron with a piece of ice and allow it to melt. Then, add salt, pepper, yogurt, lemon juice, oil, and saffron to the chicken. Wear gloves and mix everything thoroughly, kneading the ingredients until they are well combined. Keep some saffron aside for later use.
  4. Step Four: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for 3 hours. The longer the chicken marinates, the better the taste.
  5. Step Five: Once the chicken is marinated, remove it from the fridge, skewer it, ensuring to separate boneless pieces from those with bones for even cooking.
  6. Step Six: Prepare the charcoal and place the skewers on it to cook. Turn the skewers until the chicken is perfectly cooked. Mix the remaining saffron with melted butter and brush it onto the chicken once fully cooked. Let it sit on the heat for an additional 2 minutes. Serve the saffron chicken kebabs hot.

Spicy Saffron Chicken Kebab

Ingredients:

  • Chicken – 2 kg
  • Lemon juice – 4 tbsp
  • Thick yogurt – 100 g
  • Large onions – 2
  • Garlic clove – 1
  • Butter – 100 g
  • Oil – 10 tbsp
  • Hot green chili – 2
  • Paprika – 2 tbsp
  • Ginger – 1 tbsp
  • Saffron – 2 tsp
  • Salt – to taste
  • Black and red pepper – ½ tsp each

Preparation:

  1. Step One: Clean and cut the chicken into pieces suitable for skewering.
  2. Step Two: Mix the saffron with ice as instructed earlier. Slice the hot green chilies and place them over the chicken.
  3. Step Three: Add all the spices and ingredients onto the chicken and mix them well. Cover the chicken with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours or longer.
  4. Step Four: After marinating, remove the chicken from the fridge and skewer it. Then, grill the chicken. Once cooked, brush saffron butter on top, remove from heat, and serve.

Diet-Friendly Saffron Chicken Kebab

Ingredients:

  • Chicken breasts – 1 kg
  • Lemon juice – 1 tsp
  • Garlic – 2 cloves
  • Onion – 1
  • Olive oil – 1 tsp
  • Low-fat yogurt – 2 tbsp
  • Black pepper and salt – to taste
  • Turmeric – 1 tsp
  • Ginger – 1 tsp
  • Shallots – optional

Preparation:

Follow the same method as the previous recipes to marinate the chicken. Then, cook it as desired and enjoy the diet-friendly saffron chicken kebab.

Final Thoughts

You can enjoy this popular Iranian dish in a diet-friendly version, as we have shown in the recipe. The use of saffron in chicken kebab enhances its flavor and aroma, while also improving its texture.