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Sashlik

Cultural Context

Sashlik, a popular dish in Latvia and across Eastern Europe, has roots in Central Asian cuisine, traditionally made with marinated meat grilled on skewers. It embodies the spirit of communal gatherings and outdoor barbecues, often enjoyed during summer festivities. Today, variations exist worldwide, with different meats and marinades reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

LatvianLVmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chopped pork
skewers
1 cup marinade (beer, mayonnaise, or a combination)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than pork.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lemon juice adds brightness and is often readily available.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier with good fats, while canola is budget-friendly.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs can still impart flavor and are more shelf-stable.

1

Chop up the pork into pieces.

2

Prepare a marinade using beer, mayonnaise, or a combination of ingredients.

3

Marinate the pork pieces in the marinade.

4

Skewer the marinated pork onto skewers.

5

Grill the skewers on a rectangle grill until cooked.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

grillskewersmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

ShashlikShashlyk

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