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German Schaschlik

Cultural Context

Originating from Eastern European influences, German Schaschlik is a beloved street food and party dish, often enjoyed at barbecues and festivals. Traditionally made with marinated meat and colorful vegetables on skewers, it showcases the German love for hearty, grilled fare. Today, variations abound, with different meats and marinades reflecting regional tastes, making it a versatile favorite across Germany and beyond.

GermanDEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2.2 lbs (1 kg) pork neck or Boston butt, cut into 1-inch cubes
7 oz (200 g) bacon, thick cut
2 medium onions (about 10 oz / 280 g), chunked
2 bell peppers (red and green preferred), chunked
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp honey
1 ½ cups (350 ml) beef stock
2 tsp sweet paprika
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp chili flakes
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Salt to taste
1 tbsp sugar (optional)
1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
Crusty rolls, boiled potatoes, rice, egg noodles, or fries to serve

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork loin is often less expensive.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon reduces fat content, while smoked sausage can be more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos are often cheaper and similar in flavor.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a milder taste, while white vinegar is typically less expensive.

1

Assemble skewers alternating pork, bacon, onion, and pepper, ensuring veggie pieces are slightly smaller than the meat for better browning.

2

Sear skewers in rendered bacon fat or neutral oil until golden on all sides.

3

Remove skewers and sauté reserved veggie bits, then add tomato paste and honey, deglazing with beef stock.

4

Season with sweet paprika, smoked paprika, chili flakes, black pepper, and salt.

5

Simmer the sauce, return skewers to the pot, cover, and braise for 45 minutes.

6

Adjust sauce with sugar and lemon juice to taste.

7

Serve hot with fries, bread rolls, or your favorite side.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingskewering

Equipment Needed

grillskewersmixing bowlcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

SchaschlikSchaschlikspieße
Local Name: Schaschlik

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