Name: Sesame and Soy Grilled Chicken with Zucchini and Root Vegetable Mash
Total time: 42 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Kazakh-inspired
Ingredients: 2 chicken legs; 1 medium zucchini; 1/2 butternut squash; 1/2 sweet potato; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp coriander; Salt to taste; 1/4 cup plain yogurt; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1/2 tsp sesame seeds; 1 tbsp soy sauce

Method

Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Brush chicken legs with 1 tbsp olive oil and season with garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, and salt. Grill 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken reaches 74°C (165°F).
Cut zucchini into 1/4-inch slices. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill 3-4 minutes per side until charred.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over zucchini during preparation, and drizzle soy sauce over chicken during preparation.
Peel and dice butternut squash and sweet potato. Cook in salted boiling water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with 1 tbsp olive oil, yogurt, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.
Serve grilled chicken with zucchini and root vegetable mash, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.