"Kushish" - tajik meat pie with potatoes // Melassi Recettes

lamb

🥗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 is often cheaper.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried or frozen herbs can be more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Zucchini is lower in calories, while carrots are often less expensive.

Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Cut lamb into bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl.

Chop onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes; add to the bowl with lamb.

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

Mix all ingredients thoroughly and let marinate for at least 1 hour.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Thread marinated lamb and vegetables onto skewers, alternating pieces.

Place skewers on the grill; cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until lamb is cooked through and has grill marks.

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

Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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