Grilled Chicken

Djaj mashwi ‘al fahem

Preparation info
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Classic Palestinian Cuisine

By Christiane Dabdoub Nasser

Published 2000

  • About

Chicken barbecued on coal is quite an adventure if you can get it crisp and juicy. It is a favourite exercise for Friday or Sunday luncheons, any time of the year except on the few days when it rains, and for summer dinners on the terrace or under the trellis.

I always tend to buy chicken legs, a first choice among members of my family. You can also use the breasts, which can be equally juicy thanks to the marinade. One important tip is to keep the skin on through the cooking and le