I used to frequent a Turkish kebab shop in West London. This marinade for the chicken, was influenced from to many visits there. Sumac has a lemony flavour and when mixed with garlic and a few other aromatics provides an authentic Ottoman flavour to the dish when dry rubbed in. I roasted the chicken with potatoes for 45 minutes but it’s equally as tasty barbecue or grilled. Serve ironically with a Greek salad – combined they work perfectly for lunch or dinner.
Mix all the ingredients together and then smother over the chicken. Need to marinade overnight or for at least 2 hours before cooking.
Slice for lemon into 8 wedges and lay the chicken on top. Roast in a medium oven for 45 minutes. Alternatively grill or barbecue, basting and turning often.