Persian Style Street Tacos (Joojeh Kabob, Chenjeh, Shirazi, Saffron Aioli)

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is more affordable.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers a healthier option with more protein.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: none

Dried herbs are more accessible and last longer.

tortillas

🥗Healthier: lettuce wraps

💰Cheaper: none

Lettuce wraps reduce carbs and calories.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in ground lamb and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.

Season with cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper; mix well.

Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and chopped fresh herbs.

Warm tortillas on a grill or in a pan until pliable.

Assemble tacos by placing the lamb mixture on tortillas.

Top with yogurt and pickled vegetables.

Sprinkle with chili flakes for extra heat, if desired.

Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

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