Kenyan Mishkaki
Mishkaki are popular Kenyan street food skewers, typically made with marinated beef or chicken, grilled to perfection. They are often seasoned with a blend of spices, lemon juice, and a touch of chili for a flavorful and slightly spicy bite.
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g Beef sirloin or chicken breast(cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 3 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 3 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 tsp Ginger(grated)
- 1 tsp Cumin powder
- 1 tsp Coriander powder
- 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
- 0.5 tsp Chili powder(or to taste)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 12 pieces Wooden skewers(soaked in water for 30 minutes)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, combine lemon juice, vegetable oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
- 2
Add the cubed beef or chicken to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
- 3
Thread the marinated meat onto the soaked wooden skewers, leaving a small space between each piece.
- 4
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
- 5
Grill the mishkaki for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked through and nicely charred on all sides.
- 6
Serve hot, often with kachumbari (tomato and onion salad) or a side of ugali.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For extra tender meat, marinate for longer.
- ✓Ensure your grill is hot before placing the skewers to get a good sear.
- ✓Don't overcrowd the skewers; leave some space for even cooking.
🔄 Variations
- Add chunks of bell peppers and onions to the skewers for a vegetable medley.
- Use lamb or firm fish for a different protein.