CALF LIVER MISHKAKI WITH SPICY TAMARIND SAUCE ( SWAHILI BBQ)

calf liver

🥗Healthier: chicken liver

💰Cheaper: pork liver

Chicken liver is leaner and more affordable.

tamarind paste

🥗Healthier: date paste

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Date paste offers sweetness with fewer additives.

Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Cut calf liver into bite-sized pieces and marinate with garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper for at least 1 hour.

Prepare the spicy tamarind sauce by mixing tamarind paste, chili powder, honey, and lime juice in a bowl until smooth.

Thread marinated liver pieces onto soaked skewers, alternating with onion and bell pepper pieces.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Brush skewers with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

Place skewers on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.

Remove skewers from grill and let rest for a few minutes.

Serve skewers hot with spicy tamarind sauce on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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