Discover the secret to irresistible homemade chicken kebabs
Although kebab stands can be found almost everywhere, the homemade version of this dish surpasses even those with the best ratings. The delicious bread, juicy chicken meat, and vegetable toppings will win over not only fast-food enthusiasts.
Recently, kebabs have been experiencing a renaissance. More people are paying attention to taste, rather than choosing just anything. Instead of spending time searching for and overpaying for poor-quality meat, opt for a homemade chicken kebab. It's more than just shop-bought bread filled with fillet in kebab-gyros seasoning. This recipe ensures that no kebab bought in the city will impress you anymore.
Kebab bread
Though often treated as a mere backdrop, the bread actually plays a crucial role. It must be soft inside and crispy outside. The ideal kebab bread should hold its shape, not get soggy, and not fall apart from the sauces. It's hard to find it in a regular store, but you can easily bake it at home.
Homemade chicken kebab
Juicy, well-seasoned chicken thigh meat, roasted on a skewer, is the key to delicious success. Add your favorite sauce and some fresh vegetables, and satisfaction is guaranteed.
Ingredients:
Bread:
- 0.4 cups of milk,
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil,
- half a teaspoon of sugar,
- 0.5 oz of fresh yeast,
- approx. 18 oz of flour,
- 5.6 oz of natural yogurt,
- 1 teaspoon of salt,
- 1 egg.
Chicken:
- 2.2 lbs of chicken thigh meat,
- 0.06 cups of vegetable oil,
- 1 tablespoon of gyros seasoning,
- 1 tablespoon of sweet paprika,
- 1 teaspoon of dried garlic,
- 1 teaspoon of cumin,
- 1 teaspoon of salt,
- 1.8 oz of tomato concentrate.
Additions:
- garlic sauce,
- iceberg lettuce,
- tomatoes,
- red onion,
- parsley.
Preparation:
Step 1. Add crumbled yeast, sugar, vegetable oil, and 2 tablespoons of flour to warm milk. Mix and set the yeast mixture aside for 15 minutes to rise. It should at least double in size. If it doesn't, start the preparation again.
Step 2. Transfer the chicken thighs to a bowl. Add oil, spices, and tomato concentrate, and mix thoroughly.
Step 3. Combine the risen yeast mixture with the remaining flour and natural yogurt. If the dough is sticky, add more flour. Transfer to a bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and set aside in a warm place for 1.5 hours to rise. After this time, divide the dough into 4 parts, shape into patties, and place them on a baking tray. Cover with a cloth and let them rise a bit more.
Step 4. Place 4 onion halves on a baking sheet, flat side down. Then stick 4 skewers into them and thread chicken thigh meat to create a homemade kebab. Put it in an oven preheated to 338°F for 40 minutes.
Step 5. Brush the prepared patties with beaten egg. Place them in an oven preheated to 338°F for 20 minutes. After baking and cooling, slit them in half.
Step 6. Cut the roasted meat into pieces. Spread sauce inside the bread, add vegetables, thigh meat, more sauce, and chopped parsley. You can choose the vegetable toppings and sauce according to your preferences. A delicious homemade kebab in bread is ready. Enjoy!