Mixed Grill | Delicious Middle Eastern Mixed Grill Feast

Published: 04/22/2025

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The sound of sizzling meat, the smoky aroma of the grill, and the first juicy bite—nothing beats the experience of a mixed grill! It’s not just a dish; it’s a celebration of bold flavors and perfectly cooked proteins. Whether you love steak, chicken, or seafood, a mixed grill brings the best of everything to your plate.

Nothing brings people together like a sizzling platter of mixed grill. It combines juicy meats, flavorful spices, and smoky aromas that make any meal special. This Middle Eastern-style mixed grill features Shish Tawook (grilled chicken skewers), Kafta Kebabs (spiced minced meat), Beef Cubes, and a creamy Tahini Sauce for dipping.

Whether hosting a gathering or craving a restaurant-style grilled meal at home, this easy-to-follow guide will help you make a perfect mixed grill. Let’s get started!

Dipping Tahini Sauce Recipe

Tahini sauce adds a creamy, nutty flavor to grilled meats. It’s quick to make and pairs well with everything!

Ingredients:

½ cup tahini
2 tsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ cup water
½ tsp salt
½ tsp cumin (optional)

Directions:

In a bowl, whisk tahini and lemon juice until it thickens.
Add minced garlic, salt, and cumin. Stir well.
Slowly add water, whisking until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust flavor.

Shish Tawook (Grilled Chicken Skewers)
Shish Tawook is a popular Middle Eastern grilled chicken dish. The yogurt marinade makes the chicken soft, juicy, and flavorful. Ingredients: 2 boneless chicken breasts 3 tablespoons yogurt 1 teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon lemon juice ½ teaspoon cumin Powder 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon garlic pste Directions: Mix the lemon juice, olive oil, yogurt, and spices in a bowl. Coat the chicken cubes well. Marinate and cover it for at least 2 to 3 hours. Thread chicken onto skewers. Grill on low-flame heat for 8-15 minutes until fully cooked. Baste with extra marinade while grilling for even more flavor!

Shish Tawook (Grilled Chicken Skewers)

Shish Tawook is a popular Middle Eastern grilled chicken dish. The yogurt marinade makes the chicken soft, juicy, and flavorful.

Ingredients:

2 boneless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons yogurt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon cumin Powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic pste

Directions:

Mix the lemon juice, olive oil, yogurt, and spices in a bowl.
Coat the chicken cubes well.
Marinate and cover it for at least 2 to 3 hours.
Thread chicken onto skewers.
Grill on low-flame heat for 8-15 minutes until fully cooked.

Baste with extra marinade while grilling for even more flavor!

Kafta Kebabs (Spiced Minced Meat Skewers)
Kafta is a must-have in any mixed grill. It’s a blend of ground beef or lamb with fresh herbs and spices, shaped into skewers and grilled to perfection. Ingredients: 1 pound beef or lamb ½ medium onion 2 tablespoons parsley 1 teaspoon garlic paste 1 teaspoon cumins ½ teaspoon cinnamons ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper Directions: Combine the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Shape a handful of the mixture into long, thin kebabs around skewers. Use low heat to Grill for 10-12 minutes until cooked. 🍽Serve kafta with tahini sauce and warm pita bread!

Kafta Kebabs (Spiced Minced Meat Skewers)

Kafta is a must-have in any mixed grill. It’s a blend of ground beef or lamb with fresh herbs and spices, shaped into skewers and grilled to perfection.

Ingredients:

1 pound beef or lamb
½ medium onion
2 tablespoons parsley
1 teaspoon garlic paste
1 teaspoon cumins
½ teaspoon cinnamons
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

Combine the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
Shape a handful of the mixture into long, thin kebabs around skewers.
Use low heat to Grill for 10-12 minutes until cooked.

🍽Serve kafta with tahini sauce and warm pita bread!

Grilled Beef Cubes
Tender beef cubes are an essential part of a mixed grill. Marinating them adds a deep, smoky flavor. Ingredients: 1 pound diced beef 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon garlic paste 1 teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon paprika Directions: Use a bowl to mix all spices, garlic, lemon, and olive oil. Coat the beef cubes. Marinate and cover for 1 to 1.3 hours. Grill the marinated beef cubes on low-flame heat for 10-12 minutes. Let the meat rest for a few minutes after grilling for juicier bites!

Grilled Beef Cubes

Tender beef cubes are an essential part of a mixed grill. Marinating them adds a deep, smoky flavor.

Ingredients:

1 pound diced beef
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic paste
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon paprika

Directions:

Use a bowl to mix all spices, garlic, lemon, and olive oil.
Coat the beef cubes.
Marinate and cover for 1 to 1.3 hours.
Grill the marinated beef cubes on low-flame heat for 10-12 minutes.

Let the meat rest for a few minutes after grilling for juicier bites!

Garnish and Serving
Garnish Ideas: Fresh Parsley – Adds color and freshness. Sliced Onions with Sumac – Brings a tangy crunch. Grilled Tomatoes and Peppers – Perfectly charred veggies complement the meats. Lemon Wedges – A squeeze of lemon enhances all the flavors. Serving Suggestions: Serve everything on a large platter with warm pita bread. Pair it with hummus, tabbouleh, or a fresh salad. Drizzle tahini sauce over the grilled meats for extra creaminess.

Garnish and Serving

Garnish Ideas:

Fresh Parsley – Adds color and freshness.
Sliced Onions with Sumac – Brings a tangy crunch.
Grilled Tomatoes and Peppers – Perfectly charred veggies complement the meats.
Lemon Wedges – A squeeze of lemon enhances all the flavors.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve everything on a large platter with warm pita bread.
Pair it with hummus, tabbouleh, or a fresh salad.
Drizzle tahini sauce over the grilled meats for extra creaminess.

How to Make and Assemble the Special Mixed Grill?

Follow these instructions to prepare and serve a delicious Middle Eastern mixed grill with Shish Tawook, Kafta Kebabs, Beef Cubes, and a creamy Tahini Sauce.

Gather Your Ingredients

Chicken breasts, ground beef or lamb, and beef cubes
Yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices
Fresh parsley, onion, and sumac for garnish
Wooden or metal skewers
Charcoal or gas grill

Prepare the Marinades & Seasonings

For Shish Tawook, mix the black peppers, cumin powder, garlic paste, yogurt, lemon, paprika, and refined olive oil well.
For Beef Cubes, to make tasty cubes, use salt, black peppers, paprika, garlic paste, and lemon juice. Coat the cubes with olive oil.
Combine ground meat with onion, parsley, garlic, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper for Kafta Kebabs.

Marinate the Meats

Place chicken cubes in the yogurt marinade and coat well.
Mix beef cubes with their marinade and let them soak in the flavors.
Knead the kafta kebab mixture until smooth and sticky.

Soak Wooden Skewers

Soak the wooden skewers in water for 30 to 35 minutes for burning prevention.

Shape the Kafta Kebabs

Shape small portions of the kafta mixture into long, oval kebabs around skewers.

Thread Chicken and Beef Cubes onto Skewers

Insert chicken cubes onto separate skewers.
Thread beef cubes onto another set of skewers.

Prepare the Grill

Preheat the grill at medium heat setting.
Brush a light coat of oil on the grill grates to keep food from sticking.

Grill the Shish Tawook

Grill the chicken skewers for 10-12 minutes, flipping them occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Baste with extra marinade for extra moisture.

Grill the Kafta Kebabs

Cook the kafta kebabs on the grill for 8-10 minutes, rotating them gently for an even char.
Ensure they are fully cooked but still juicy inside.

Grill the Beef Cubes

Grill the beef skewers over medium heat for 8 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally for even cooking.
Turn them every few minutes to ensure even cooking.

Make the Tahini Sauce While Grilling

Mix tahini, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and water until the texture is smooth and creamy.
Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed.

Check for Doneness

The chicken should be fully cooked (no pink inside).
Beef cubes can be cooked medium or well-done, based on preference.
Kafta kebabs should be firm and browned on the outside.

Prepare the Garnishes

Chop fresh parsley and sprinkle over the meats.
Slice the onions, mix them with sumac, and serve on the side.
Grill some tomatoes and peppers for extra flavor.

Arrange the Platter

Place the skewers on a large serving platter.
Add grilled vegetables, parsley, and sumac onions around the meat.

Serve with Pita Bread and Dips

Warm pita bread and serve on the side.
Add a bowl of tahini sauce for dipping.
Pair with hummus, baba ganoush, or fresh salad.

Enjoy the Feast!

Encourage guests to mix and match flavors for the best experience.

Total Cooking Time for Mixed Grill
Here’s the cooking time for each step of the mixed grill: Shish Tawook (Grilled Chicken Skewers): 10-12 minutes Kafta Kebabs (Spiced Minced Meat Skewers): 8-10 minutes Grilled Beef Cubes: 8-12 minutes Additional Time Considerations: Marination Time: At least 2 hours for chicken and beef cubes (overnight is best). The kafta mixture should rest for 30 minutes. Preheat the Grill: About 10-15 minutes before cooking. Resting the Meat: Rest the meat About 5 minutes after grilling for juicier results. Total Time Estimate: Active Cooking Time: 30-35 minutes Including Marination & Resting: 2.5 to 3 hours (or overnight for best results).

Total Cooking Time for Mixed Grill

Here’s the cooking time for each step of the mixed grill:

Shish Tawook (Grilled Chicken Skewers): 10-12 minutes
Kafta Kebabs (Spiced Minced Meat Skewers): 8-10 minutes
Grilled Beef Cubes: 8-12 minutes

Additional Time Considerations:

Marination Time: At least 2 hours for chicken and beef cubes (overnight is best). The kafta mixture should rest for 30 minutes.
Preheat the Grill: About 10-15 minutes before cooking.
Resting the Meat: Rest the meat About 5 minutes after grilling for juicier results.

Total Time Estimate:

Active Cooking Time: 30-35 minutes
Including Marination & Resting: 2.5 to 3 hours (or overnight for best results).

Conclusion

So guys, in this article, we’ve covered Mixed Grill in detail. This dish is a must-try, from juicy Shish Tawook to smoky Kafta Kebabs and tender Beef Cubes! If you ask me, grilling over charcoal makes all the difference—it adds that perfect smoky touch! Serve it up with tahini sauce, sumac onions, and grilled veggies, and you’ve got a feast. Give it a shot and share your favorite part of the mixed grill in the comments below!