Al Faham Chicken Recipe
Al Faham Chicken is a traditional Arabian oven grilled chicken that is marinated in yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, and Middle Eastern spices. It's typically served with rice, salad, or khubz bread, accompanied by traditional sauces like garlic sauce and tahini.
Equipment
- 1 Oven To bake and broil the chicken
- 1 Food Processor To make marinade sauce
- 1 Grinder To grind the spices
Ingredients
Marinating the Chicken
- 3 pieces of chicken leg quarters
- 1 cup of plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon grated garlic
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
For the Spices & Herbs
- 1 teaspoon of Cumin Seeds
- 1 teaspoon of Coriander Powder
- 6 whole Cloves
- 1 small Cinnamon Stick
- 1 teaspoon of Fenugreek Seeds
- 3 Cardamom Pods
- ½ cup of Coriander Leaves
- 1 large Red Onion
- 5 cloves of grated Garlic
- 1 teaspoon of grated Ginger
- 1 Large Tomato
- 3 tablespoons of Vegetable Oil
- 3 tablespoon of lemon juice
Instructions
Marinating the Chicken
- Make a shallow cut on the surface of the chicken to allow the marinating sauce penetrate deeper into the meat.
- Next, combine the chicken with plain yogurt, minced garlic, minced ginger, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix it gently and let it marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to absorb the flavor.
Grounding the Whole Spice
- Toasting the spices in the pan for a few minutes until they release a smoky aroma. Afterward, transfer them to a grinder to make into a powder. Set it aside.
Making the Marinade Sauce
- To make a marinade, add the tomatoes, red onion, grated garlic, grated ginger, coriander leaves, lemon juice, and vegetable oil in a large food processor.
- Next, add the ground spices into the food processor. Switch on the power and wait until it turns into a marinade sauce.
- Next, combine the marinade sauce and gently mixed it with the marinated-yogurt chicken.
Oven Grilling the Chicken
- To oven grill the chicken, transfer the marinated chicken into the baking tray.
- Preheat the oven to 200°C or 400°F for a few minutes before placing the chicken in the oven. Bake it for 20 minutes initially, then use the released juices to brush onto the chicken, and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes.
- Baste the chicken again and then place it on the upper rack of the oven. Broil it for 5-10 minutes to achieve a charred texture. Once done, transfer it onto a plate.
- To release a smoky flavor, ignite charcoal directly over an open flame, then place it in the center of the same plate as the chicken. Add hot oil to the charcoal to releases smoke, cover the plate with a lid to allow the smoke to distribute evenly. This method will add a smoky flavor to the chicken without requiring a charcoal grill.
- Serve it with either basmati spiced rice or pita bread, and yogurt garlic sauce
Video
Notes
- For important tips regarding why the chicken is dry or under-seasoned, please look at the troubleshooting and question section in the post.
- To reheat the chicken, you can use either the microwave or oven.
- Store the leftover chicken in an airtight container in the freezer to last longer.
- Use charcoal to add a smoky flavor to the chicken.
Nutrition
Serving: 3gCalories: 775kcalCarbohydrates: 26.8gProtein: 50.1gFat: 53.6gSaturated Fat: 15.6gCholesterol: 253mgSodium: 1100mgPotassium: 584mgFiber: 6.2gSugar: 8.1gCalcium: 262mgIron: 8mg
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