Chicken – Chicken Sekuwa (Nepali Food Recipe)

(Classic Nepali Chicken Kabob)

INGREDIENTS

• 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• Bamboo skewers, soaked for at least 30 minutes
• Melted butter for basting

Marinade:

• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 3 fresh red chilies
• 1/2 tablespoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon asafetida
• 1/4 teaspoon timur (Szechwan pepper)
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 1 teaspoon garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon ginger paste
• Salt and Pepper

DIRECTIONS

• In a blender, process all marinating ingredients into a smooth paste.
• Marinate chicken cubes in marinade for overnight in the refrigerator.
• Pat dry marinated chicken pieces and thread on with soaked bamboo skewers.
• Grill to the desired doneness, frequently turning and basting with the melted butter.
• Serve hot with rice pilaf and stir-fried vegetables, accompanied by tomato achar.

Source: http://nepalicooking.tripod.com/poultry.htm
Author: Tulsi Regmi