1 tbsp. ground cumin
1 tbsp. paprika
1 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tbsp. ground turmeric
1 1/2 tsp. finely ground pepper
2 1/2-3 tsp. salt
2-3 cloves garlic, peeled and mashed
6 tbsp. lemon juice
3 1/2 lbs. chicken pieces
3 tbsp. vegetable oil

Combine seasoning with lemon juice. Mix well. Rub this mixture over chicken pieces. Cover well. Place the covered chicken pieces in a shallow baking tray, skin side down, set in a cool place for 3 hours. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Brush tops of chicken with oil. Bake 20 minutes. Turn chicken pieces and bake another 25 minutes. Baste 3-4 times with drippings. If a lot of liquid accumulates, spoon off extra fat. Serves 6.