How to Make Homemade Arrosticini / Spiedini or Speducci, from Start to Finish

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: none

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: red wine vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is less expensive and still adds acidity.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is a plant-based option, while pork is often cheaper than chicken.

Cut the bread into cubes and soak them in olive oil.

Chop garlic and parsley finely.

Mix the soaked bread with garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.

Cut the meat into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.

Thread meat onto skewers, alternating with vegetables like bell peppers and onions.

Brush the skewers with olive oil and balsamic vinegar mixture.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.

Cook until the meat is browned and cooked through, and vegetables are tender.

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

Serve with lemon juice drizzled on top and sprinkle with red pepper flakes.

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