Second Spin, Country 193: Zimbabwe [International Food]

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

apricots

🥗Healthier: peaches

💰Cheaper: canned apricots

Peaches provide similar sweetness and texture.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: turmeric and cumin

💰Cheaper: curry paste

Turmeric and cumin can mimic the flavor profile.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lemon juice adds acidity while being fresh.

Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Cut lamb into cubes and marinate in a mixture of vinegar, curry powder, and garlic for at least 2 hours.

Thread marinated lamb, apricots, and onions onto the soaked skewers alternately.

Heat olive oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until lamb is browned.

In a small saucepan, combine sugar, vinegar, and bay leaves; simmer until syrupy, about 5 minutes.

Brush the skewers with the syrup during the last few minutes of cooking.

Remove skewers from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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