700,000 Subscribers Celebration! Cooking 7 Traditional Dishes in Our Village Kitchen

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: cumin

Turmeric offers color and health benefits at a lower cost.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is healthier and adds creaminess.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried or frozen herbs can be more convenient and cost-effective.

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

Chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Skewer the marinated meat and vegetables alternately on skewers.

Grill the skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.

Cook the rice according to package instructions, adding saffron for flavor.

In a separate pot, boil the potatoes until tender, then mash them with garlic.

Slice the eggplant and grill until soft and slightly charred.

Prepare a yogurt sauce by mixing yogurt with minced garlic and herbs.

Assemble the dish by serving the grilled skewers over rice with a side of mashed potatoes and grilled eggplant.

Drizzle the yogurt sauce over the top and garnish with fresh herbs.

Cooking Techniques

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