turkish meat shish kebab marinade's

While at The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, Turkey we stopped at this little Turkish cafe and had a variety of grilled Turkish meats, vegetables and bread!  It was fun to try authentic foods from the region and the meats were marinated all so differently. Below are several choice's for all kids of meats... Tadını çıkar!!

2 lbs cubed chicken breast
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne

In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients. Allow chicken to marinate for 2-24 hours, covered in the refrigerator.

4-6 chicken breasts
1 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon or 1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 lemon, juice of
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup grated onion

Combine all ingredients in a non-reactive bowl. Add chicken, cover & refrigerate 6 hours or overnight. Grill, broil or bake chicken as desired.

1/2 Cup Olive Oil
1 Lemon Lemon Juice
2 Onions -- crushed
2 Bay Leaves
2 Teaspoons Dried Rigani
2 Large Tomatoes -- crushed
Salt And Pepper -- to taste

Marinate choice of meats and vegetables 4-12 hours, the longer the better, grill on skewers or under broiler.

1/2 Cup Olive Oil
2 Large Onions -- crush
1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
Salt And Pepper -- to taste

Marinate choice of meats and vegetables 4-12 hours, the longer the better, grill on skewers or under broiler.

1/2 Cup Yogurt
1 Large Onion -- crushed
Salt And Pepper -- to taste

Marinate choice of meats and vegetables 4-12 hours, the longer the better, grill on skewers or under broiler.