Shish Tawook - Skewered grilled chicken/romanesco

by Caili Raymond

Shish tawook literally means skewered chicken. It is an almost ancient dish from the Ottoman empire that has survived and adopted by various regions in the Middle East. The Lebanese version marinates the chicken in yogurt and pastes to create a succulent flavor.  It is served with fried potatoes, yogurt salad, and pita bread.

Meat: Shish Tawook: Chicken thighs, Yogurt, Red Pepper Paste, Tomato Paste, Garlic, Lemon Juice, Paprika

Vegetarian: Shish Romanesco: Romanesco broccoli, Vegetables, Yogurt, Red Pepper Paste, Tomato Paste, Garlic, Lemon Juice, Paprika

All dishes come with the following

Batata Harra: Fried Potatoes with Salt, Aleppo Pepper, Garlic Oil and Parsley
Yogurt Salad: Greek Yogurt, Cucumbers, Mint
Pita Bread: Flour, Water, Salt, Canola Oil, Yeast

Allergens: gluten, dairy

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