Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts or 2 lbs chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
• melted butter, for basting
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 3 fresh red chilies, minced
• 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped lemongrass or 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
• 1/2 tablespoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon szechwan pepper (timur)
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 1 teaspoon garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon ginger paste
• bamboo skewer, soaked for at least 30 minutes