Ainsley's Greek Kleftiko Parcels - Ainsley's Barbecue Bible - BBC Food

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable, while still providing great flavor.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Ricotta offers a similar creaminess with fewer calories.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider

Grape juice maintains sweetness without alcohol.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Cut the lamb into chunks and season with salt and black pepper.

Marinate the lamb with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano for at least 30 minutes.

Prepare a large piece of parchment paper or aluminum foil for each parcel.

Layer sliced potatoes, onions, carrots, and zucchini in the center of the foil.

Add the marinated lamb on top of the vegetables.

Sprinkle with feta cheese and fresh parsley, then add bay leaves.

Fold the foil or parchment to create a sealed parcel.

Place the parcels on a baking sheet and bake for 1.5 to 2 hours until the lamb is tender.

Carefully open the parcels and serve hot, garnished with additional parsley.

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