Authentic Turkish Chicken &White sauce

Описание: Here is the complete recipe for the Chicken (Tavuk Şiş) and the White Sauce (Haydari-style).
Part 1: The Turkish Chicken
The yogurt in the marinade tenderizes the meat, while the tomato paste helps it caramelize.
Ingredients:
• 2 lbs (1kg) Boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tbsp Tomato paste (use "Biber Salçası" or Turkish red pepper paste if available) 
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• Spices: 1 tbsp Aleppo pepper (or mild chili flakes), 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper.
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt, oil, tomato paste, garlic, lemon, and spices.
2. Add the chicken and coat thoroughly.
3. Marinate: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
4. Cook: Thread onto skewers. Grill over medium-high heat for 10–12 mins, or bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20 mins, flipping once.
Part 2: The Turkish White Sauce
This is the cooling, garlicky element that balances the spiced chicken.
Ingredients:
• 1 cup Full-fat Greek yogurt (strained is best)
• 3 cloves Garlic, crushed into a paste
• 1 tbsp Dried mint (This provides the signature "Turkish" flavor)
• 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
• ½ tsp Salt
• Optional: 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill or a squeeze of lemon juice.
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt and garlic paste.
2. Stir in the dried mint and salt.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and mix until smooth.
4. Tip: Let this sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving so the garlic flavor develops.
How to Serve
• Base: Serve the chicken over warm flatbread (Pita or Lavash) or buttery rice pilaf.
• The Sauce: Dollop the white sauce directly onto the chicken or use it as a dip.
• The Garnish: Add some sliced red onions tossed with Sumac and parsley for a bright, acidic crunch. #TurkishFood #ChickenKebab #TavukSis #TurkishRecipe #WhiteSauce #GarlicSauce #TurkishCuisine #MiddleEasternFood #MediterraneanFood #Grilling #HealthyRecipes #EasyRecipes #ChickenRecipes #StreetFood #DinnerIdeas #RecipeOfTheDay #TurkishKebab #YogurtSauce #AuthenticRecipes #CookingTutorial