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.

Marinated Bil Dajaj (grilled Spiced Chicken Drumsticks With Garlic Yogurt Sauce)

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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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