Chicken with spices and garlic sauce
Description
The recipe won't take much time. A generous amount of spices in the marinade give the chicken a unique flavor and aroma. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Pass 10 garlic cloves through a meat grinder and mix with salt. Continue mixing until the mixture resembles a paste in consistency.
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Step 2
2. In a small bowl, mix the spices, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Place the chicken thighs into a plastic bag and add the crushed cinnamon, bay leaf, and anise. Pour in the marinade and shake well to evenly coat. Place the bag in a bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Step 3
3. After marinating, heat the grill to low temperature and cook the chicken for about 10-12 minutes on each side.
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Step 4
4. To prepare the garlic sauce, pass 8 garlic cloves through a meat grinder or press and mix with salt to form a paste. Add lemon juice and whisk.
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Step 5
Add olive oil. Add mayonnaise, sour cream, or Greek yogurt to taste (about 2–3 tablespoons). Add gradually until reaching the desired flavor and consistency. Serve the chicken with the prepared garlic-lemon sauce.