Joojeh Kabab Koobideh Kabab Barg Recipe Persian Kebabs

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in calories.

saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric offers color and flavor at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable for cooking.

flatbreads

🥗Healthier: whole grain wraps

💰Cheaper: pita bread

Pita bread is often less expensive.

Marinate chicken in lemon juice, olive oil, saffron, salt, and black pepper for at least 2 hours.

Mix ground lamb with grated onions, garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Shape the marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving space between pieces for even cooking.

Shape the ground lamb mixture onto skewers, pressing firmly to hold it together.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Grill the chicken skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred.

Grill the lamb skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.

Cut tomatoes and bell peppers into halves and grill them alongside the kebabs until charred.

Serve the kebabs with grilled vegetables, flatbreads, and a sprinkle of sumac.

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with rice on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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