Chicken Sosaties (Kebobs) Recipe

Name: Chicken Sosaties (Kebobs)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; 1 tablespoon chopped ginger; Vegetable oil; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 2 bay leaves; 1 cinnamon stick; 4 whole cloves; 3 tablespoons curry powder; 1 teaspoon ground allspice; 2 teaspoons turmeric; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 cup white wine; 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/2 cup chicken stock; 2 tablespoons apricot jam; 1 cup tamarind water; 2 chicken breasts, skinless (beef or lamb can be substituted) cut in pieces; 1 cup of dried apricots (or prunes), softened in boiling water; 1 onion cut into quarters, softened in water

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon chopped ginger
Vegetable oil
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 bay leaves
1 cinnamon stick
4 whole cloves
3 tablespoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground allspice
2 teaspoons turmeric
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup white wine
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons apricot jam
1 cup tamarind water
2 chicken breasts, skinless (beef or lamb can be substituted) cut in pieces
1 cup of dried apricots (or prunes), softened in boiling water
1 onion cut into quarters, softened in water

1
Saute the garlic and ginger in oil until soft (1 minute).
2
Add the dry ingredients and stir for another 30 seconds; then add the remaining liquids.
3
Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
4
Remove from the heat and let cool.
5
Skewer the meat alternating with the apricots and onions (red peppers can be used for more color and flavor).
6
Arrange the skewers in a deep dish and cover with the cooled marinade.
7
Allow the dish to stand at least overnight or up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
8
To serve: grill the skewers over high heat basting with the leftover marinade.
9
The marinade can be used as a sauce if boiled again for 3 minutes.
10
Serve the sosaties over rice and chopped fruit such as banana or mango.

786

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon chopped garlic, 1 tablespoon chopped ginger, Vegetable oil, 2 teaspoons ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Chicken Sosaties (Kebobs) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Sosaties (Kebobs)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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