Reshmi Kebab (Silken Kebabs)

Ingredients

• 6 almonds
• 6 jalapenos peppers , seeded and chopped
• 8 cloves garlic
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger root , peeled
• 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• salt to taste
• 1 lemon , juiced
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 2 pounds skinless , boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

1. 1

   Place almonds in a small bowl and cover with water. Allow to soak for 15 to 20 minutes; drain. Place almonds, peppers, garlic, ginger, and cilantro into the bowl of a food processor; blend until smooth. Season with salt, and blend in lemon juice. Blend in cream.

2. 2

   Transfer mixture to a large, non metallic bowl. Place chicken in bowl, and turn to coat. Cover, and marinate in refrigerator for 24 hours.

3. 3

   Preheat grill for high heat, and lightly oil grate. Remove meat from marinade, and thread onto skewers.

4. 4

   Brush meat with butter, and arrange skewers on hot grate. Slowly cook the chicken until cooked through.