Authentic Eastern Kebab Grilled in the Mountains of Azerbaijan! 🔥

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers more protein and creaminess.

red bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: green bell pepper

Zucchini is lower in calories and green bell pepper is often cheaper.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable and less expensive.

Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Chop lamb into cubes and place in a bowl.

Finely chop onion and garlic, then add to the bowl with lamb.

Add black pepper, cumin, paprika, and salt to the bowl.

Drizzle vegetable oil over the mixture and mix well.

Marinate the lamb for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Thread marinated lamb onto skewers, alternating with red bell pepper and tomatoes.

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

Serve kebabs with pita bread, yogurt, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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