GRILLED CHICKEN WITH MOROCCAN SPICES

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In Morocco cooks rub chickens (poussins, about 1 pound are best) with an aromatic paste, like this one, before grilling. From Saveur magazine. Time for marinating is not included in cook time.

Provided by susie cooks

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 scallions, white ends only, chopped
1 garlic clove, peeled
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 pinch hot paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 cup butter, soft
2 small chicken

Steps:

  • Crush the scallions, garlic, cilantro, parsley, salt, paprikas, and cumin with a mortar and pestle. Blend in soft butter.
  • Wash poussins or chickens, split them bown the back, and flatten; dry well.
  • Rub inside and out with butter paste, then let stand at least 1 hour. Save any extra paste.
  • Preheat grill, place chickens skin side up. Turn after 2 minutes and baste with any extra paste. Continue to turn and baste until skin is crisp and flesh is firm.

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