KURDISTAN Must-Visit: Kurdish Street Food Like You’ve Never Seen!

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is lower in fat, while beef is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and higher in protein.

flatbreads

🥗Healthier: whole grain wraps

💰Cheaper: pita bread

Whole grain wraps provide more fiber.

Prepare the marinade by mixing olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Cut the lamb into cubes and add to the marinade, mixing well to coat.

Chop onions and parsley, then add to the lamb mixture. Let marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.

Thread the marinated lamb onto soaked skewers, alternating with pieces of tomatoes and bell peppers.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is browned and cooked through.

Serve hot with flatbreads, yogurt, and a sprinkle of sumac.

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