Dajaj Mashwi | FoodieAtlas

Ingredients

1 whole chicken, cut into quarters
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup plain yogurt
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Prepare the Marinade

In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, ground black pepper, salt, and plain yogurt. Mix well to create a marinade.

Marinate the Chicken

Add the chicken quarters to the bowl, ensuring they are well-coated with the marinade.

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.

Preheat the Grill

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Grill the Chicken

Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the preheated grill.

Grill the chicken for about 20-25 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char.

Baste the chicken occasionally with any remaining marinade during grilling.

Serve

Transfer the grilled chicken to a serving platter.

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.