Juicy Turkey Shashlik – The Tastiest Marinade
Bon appétit! For best results, use fresh (not frozen) meat – frozen turkey may turn out dry. You can substitute turkey with chicken or other meats, but keep in mind that cooking time and calories will vary.
Updated : 05 June, 2025
Easy
More than 1 hour.
Ingredients
1 kilograms
Turkey breast
2 tablespoon
Mayonnaise
4
Garlic
1 tablespoon
Curcuma
1 teaspoon
Ground black pepper
to taste
Salt
to taste
Basil
Table
Table of volume measurements:
- teaspoon - 5 ml
- dessert spoon - 10 ml
- tablespoon - 20 ml
- glass - 200 ml
Preparation
Step 1
You can replace mayonnaise with 1–2 tablespoons of vegetable oil if desired.
Step 2
Rinse the turkey breast under running water and pat dry with paper towels to remove moisture. Cut the turkey into evenly sized portions. Avoid small pieces to prevent the shashlik from drying out. Place the meat into a deep bowl suitable for marinating.
Step 3
Add mayonnaise or vegetable oil.
Step 4
Peel the garlic and crush it using a garlic press. Add to the meat. Sprinkle with ground black pepper, dried oregano or basil, and turmeric. Adjust the amount of each spice to your taste. (I used 1 tsp each of oregano and pepper, 1 tbsp turmeric, and a generous pinch of salt.)
Step 5
Mix everything very well so each piece is coated in the aromatic marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (I usually leave it overnight).
Step 6
Thread the marinated turkey onto skewers.
Step 7
Light the grill. Once the wood has burned down and the coals are covered with a white ash, place the skewers over the heat.
Step 8
Grill the shashlik, turning occasionally, until fully cooked. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for food safety.
Step 9
Cooking time depends on the heat of your grill and the size of the meat pieces. The turkey should turn golden brown. Cut the thickest piece – if the juice runs clear, it’s done. If it’s pink, keep cooking. Don’t overcook or it may turn tough and dry.
Step 10
Serve the juiciest, tender turkey breast shashlik hot off the grill with mayonnaise. Offer it with fresh vegetables, salads, and sauces.