Authentic Xinjiang cuisine popular among locals in Jakarta

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat and more affordable.

flatbread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: pita bread

Whole grain bread offers more fiber.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein with fewer calories.

red chili flakes

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika provides flavor without the heat.

Marinate lamb with cumin, red chili flakes, and soy sauce for at least 1 hour.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Skewer marinated lamb onto skewers.

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

Slice onions and bell peppers.

Stir-fry onions and bell peppers in sesame oil over medium heat until soft, about 5 minutes.

Prepare flatbread by warming it on the grill or in a pan.

Serve grilled lamb skewers on flatbread with stir-fried vegetables.

Top with yogurt, garlic, and cilantro before serving.

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