Eating Our Way Through ALBANIA 🇦🇱 (10 Must-Try Local Dishes)

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and richer in protein.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale is nutrient-dense and collard greens are often cheaper.

Prepare the meat by cutting it into chunks.

Season the meat with herbs and spices.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Brown the meat until it develops a crust, about 5-7 minutes.

Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant.

Incorporate diced tomatoes and cook until softened.

Add potatoes and other vegetables, stirring to combine.

Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until meat is tender, about 1-2 hours.

Serve hot with a side of yogurt or cheese.

Cooking Techniques

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