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Brochettes, Kebabs And Skewers | The French Chef Season 8 | Julia Child

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Lamb Shaslik

Cultural Context

Lamb Shaslik has its roots in the rich culinary traditions of Azerbaijan, where grilling meat is a cherished social activity. Often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations, these skewers symbolize hospitality and community. Today, variations of shaslik can be found across the Caucasus and beyond, with each region adding its unique twist to the dish.

AzerbaijaniAZmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 pound leg of lamb
1/4 inch thick bacon
1/2 lemon
1/2 teaspoon salt
5-6 grinds black pepper
1/2 teaspoon rosemary
1 garlic clove
2 tablespoons olive oil

lamb meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is cost-effective.

1

Cut bacon into 1 inch squares and blanch in simmering water for 10 minutes to remove smoky flavor.

2

Cut leg of lamb into 1.5 inch cubes, trimming off fat.

3

Zest the yellow part of half a lemon and chop finely, avoiding the white part.

4

Add the chopped lemon zest, juice of half a lemon, salt, black pepper, rosemary, garlic pressed, and olive oil to the lamb and mix well.

5

Marinate the lamb for about 30 minutes.

6

Assemble the skewers by alternating pieces of lamb and bacon, ensuring they are all similar in size.

7

Cook the skewers by broiling in the oven or charcoal cooking until the lamb is cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingskewering

Equipment Needed

skewersknifecutting boardpot for blanchingmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Lamb KebabLamb Skewers

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