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Liver Kebab

Cultural Context

Liver Kebab, or Shashlik, is a beloved dish in Azerbaijan, often enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations. Traditionally made with lamb or beef, the use of liver showcases the resourcefulness of Azerbaijani cuisine, utilizing every part of the animal. This dish highlights the rich flavors of marinated liver grilled to perfection, and it reflects the country's strong barbecue culture. Today, variations can be found in many regions, with different meats and spices, making it a versatile favorite worldwide.

AzerbaijaniAZmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb liver
2 medium onions
2 bell peppers
2 medium tomatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh herbs

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

liver

🥗Healthier: chicken liver

💰Cheaper: pork liver

Chicken liver is lower in fat and pork liver is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier and vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

1

Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

2

Cut liver into bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl.

3

Chop onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes into chunks.

4

Add chopped vegetables to the bowl with liver.

5

Mix in olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

6

Marinate mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

7

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

8

Thread liver and vegetables onto skewers, alternating pieces.

9

Brush skewers lightly with olive oil before grilling.

10

Place skewers on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until liver is browned and cooked through.

11

Remove from grill and drizzle with lemon juice.

12

Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillskewersmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Kebab of LiverLiver Shashlik

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