Tunisian Spiced Chicken Skewers
Ingredients
- Chicken skewers
- 2 Tbsp canola oil
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 Tbsp paprika
- 1 Tbsp coriander seeds, ground
- 1 tsp caraway seeds
- 1/4 tsp red hot pepper, ground
- 1/4 tsp curry powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne or chili flakes
- 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut 1 x 2 x 1/4 inch
- Pomegranate dressing
- 1 Tbsp shallot, minced
- 2 Tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup pomegranate juice
- 1 Tbsp pomegranate molasses
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp orange zest
- 6 Tbsp canola oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 cup arugula
- 1/4 cup dates,1/4 inch slices
- 2 apples,1/2 inch dice
Instructions
- 1. For the dressing: Combine the shallots and vinegar. Let sit for 5 minutes Add the pomegranate juice and molasses, lemon juice, and orange zest. Whisk in the canola oil. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
- 2. For the skewers: Mix all ingredients thoroughly and coat the meat well with the mixture. Marinate at least 2 hours before grilling. Skewer chicken.
- 3. Grill over medium-high heat until the juices run clear.
- 4. Place the arugula in a bowl and add the dates, apples, and salt. Add enough of the dressing to lightly coat. Place on a plate with 2 to 4 skewers of chicken. Drizzle some of remaining dressing around the plate.
Yield
4 portions
serving size
nutritional analysis
| Calories | 580 |
| Total Fat | 33 g |
| Saturated Fat | 4 g |
| Cholesterol | 95 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 36 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugars | 25 g |
| Protein | 37 g |
| Sodium | 240 mg |
| Potassium | 676 mg |
