Endless ALBANIAN FOOD TOUR of Little Italy in the Bronx, NYC!!

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than lamb.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese offers a lower fat option while ricotta is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier but can be pricier; vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and healthier, while sour cream is a cheaper alternative.

Prepare the meat by marinating it with spices and herbs for at least 1 hour.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

In a separate pot, boil water and add rice, cooking until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Grill or roast the marinated meat until cooked through, about 20-30 minutes depending on thickness.

Slice peppers and tomatoes, and combine them in a bowl with chopped cabbage.

Mix the grilled meat with the rice and vegetables in a large serving dish.

Drizzle with yogurt and sprinkle feta cheese on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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