African Street Food - BEST of Burundi food : Brochettes

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Zucchini provides a similar texture with fewer calories.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs can enhance flavor without added calories.

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Cut meat into cubes and marinate with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and spices for at least 1 hour.

Chop vegetables into bite-sized pieces for skewering.

Thread meat and vegetables alternately onto skewers.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Place skewers on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until meat is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

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

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