Creating a Palestinian Chicken Musakhan Roll involves incorporating the flavors of the traditional Palestinian dish “Musakhan” into a rolled format, such as a wrap or a stuffed bread. Musakhan is known for its combination of sumac-spiced chicken, caramelized onions, and pine nuts. Here’s a recipe for a Palestinian Chicken Musakhan Roll:
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons ground sumac
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
For the Caramelized Onions:
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
For the Roll:
- Thin flatbreads or tortillas
- Tahini sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Roasted pine nuts for garnish
Instructions:
1. Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine the chicken strips with olive oil, sumac, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Ensure the chicken is well-coated.
- Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
2. Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook the marinated chicken strips until fully cooked and slightly browned. Set aside.
3. Caramelize the Onions:
- In the same pan, add olive oil and thinly sliced onions.
- Cook the onions over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and golden brown. Season with salt.
4. Assemble the Musakhan Roll:
- Lay out the thin flatbreads or tortillas on a clean surface.
- Spread a layer of tahini sauce over each flatbread.
- Place a portion of the cooked chicken strips in the center of each flatbread.
- Top the chicken with a generous amount of caramelized onions.
- Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley and roasted pine nuts over the onions.
5. Roll the Musakhan:
- Roll up each flatbread tightly, creating a roll or wrap.
- Optionally, secure the rolls with toothpicks or wrap them in parchment paper for easy handling.
6. Serve:
- Slice the rolled Musakhan into halves or thirds.
- Serve the Palestinian Chicken Musakhan Rolls immediately, either as a main dish or as a delightful appetizer.
Enjoy the unique flavors of Musakhan in this rolled form, bringing the essence of Palestinian cuisine to your table.