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How to cook Petros Cypriot Sheftalia on the CrossRay BBQ Cypriot style

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Cypriot Sheftalia

Cultural Context

Originating from Cyprus, sheftalia is a traditional sausage made from minced meat, commonly enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. The dish reflects the island's rich culinary heritage, combining local flavors and spices. Today, sheftalia is popular not only in Cyprus but also in Greek and Middle Eastern cuisines, often served at barbecues and festive occasions.

CypriotCYmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken
8 oz halloumi cheese
1 lb pork shoulder
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
2 lemons, juiced
4 pieces pita bread

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken

Turkey reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

sheep's intestine

🥗Healthier: chicken casing

💰Cheaper: pork casing

Chicken casings are easier to find and lower in fat.

1

Turn on all four burners of the CrossRay BBQ to high for 4-5 minutes to preheat.

2

Prepare the sheftalia by placing halumi and chicken on skewers.

3

Cook halumi and chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side.

4

Place pork sheftalia on the grill, ensuring they have space in between for even cooking.

5

Lower the burners to low to avoid burning the outside before cooking the inside.

6

Prepare a salad by chopping cucumber and tomatoes into small pieces.

7

Cut parsley and prepare lemons for serving.

8

Rotate the sheftalia on the grill to cook evenly on all sides.

9

Check the sheftalia after 8-9 minutes for doneness and continue cooking until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrillingstuffing

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Cypriot SausageSheftalies

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