Awaze Chicken Thigh Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, mix together the berbere spice, garlic, ginger, paprika, tomato paste, lemon juice, and oil to make the awaze sauce.
• STEP 2.Coat the chicken thighs with the awaze sauce, cover, and let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
• STEP 3.Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat and cook the chicken thighs until they reach an internal temperature of 165��F (74��C).
• STEP 4.Remove the chicken thighs from the grill or oven, let them rest for a few minutes, then serve with injera or your choice of side dishes.

Cooking Tips

• Berbere spice can be quite spicy, so adjust the amount according to your heat preference.
• If you don't have berbere spice, you can substitute it with a combination of chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and other Ethiopian spices.
• For extra flavor, you can brush the chicken thighs with the awaze sauce while grilling or baking.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover Awaze Chicken Thigh can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the chicken thighs in a preheated oven at 350��F (175��C) for about 10 minutes or until heated through.
• Serve the Awaze Chicken Thigh with injera or your choice of side dishes, such as rice, couscous, or roasted vegetables.