Marinated Bil Dajaj (grilled Spiced Chicken Drumsticks With Garlic Yogurt Sauce)
Marinated Bil Dajaj is a popular Qatari dish featuring succulent grilled spiced chicken drumsticks served with a flavorful garlic yogurt sauce. This recipe is perfect for a delicious and aromatic meal that captures the essence of Qatari cuisine.
Ingredients
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Qatari spice blend
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, Qatari spice blend, cumin, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken drumsticks and coat them with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken drumsticks for 10-12 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and charred on the outside.
- While the chicken is grilling, prepare the garlic yogurt sauce. In a small bowl, mix together the plain yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Season with salt to taste.
- Serve the grilled spiced chicken drumsticks with the garlic yogurt sauce on the side.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Grill Tongs Bowl Small mixing bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Marinated Bil Dajaj with fragrant saffron rice, grilled vegetables, and warm pita bread.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, sprinkle some extra Qatari spice blend over the grilled chicken before serving.
Cost
$15