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Shaiyah

Cultural Context

Shaiyah is a traditional Sudanese dish that reflects the rich culinary heritage of the region. Often enjoyed during gatherings and celebrations, it showcases the use of local spices and ingredients that are staples in Sudanese cooking. The dish is a comforting blend of rice and meat, symbolizing hospitality and community. Today, variations of Shaiyah can be found in different parts of Africa and the Middle East, each adapting the recipe to local tastes and available ingredients.

SudaneseSDmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500g lamb or goat meat, cubed
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Wooden or metal skewers
Flatbread (such as Kisra or pita bread)
Optional: Tahini sauce, hummus, pickled vegetables salad

meat

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is lower in fat and more affordable than some cuts of beef.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is often cheaper.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños provide similar heat, while bell peppers are milder and less expensive.

coriander

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: cilantro

Parsley is a milder herb that can be used as a substitute.

1

Combine cubed lamb or goat meat with olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

2

Cover the bowl and let the meat marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

3

Soak wooden skewers in water for about 30 minutes if using wooden skewers.

4

Thread the marinated meat cubes onto the skewers, leaving space between each piece.

5

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

6

Place the meat skewers on the grill grate and grill for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked to desired doneness and charred.

7

Remove the skewers from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.

8

Serve the skewers with flatbread and optional condiments like tahini sauce, hummus, or pickled vegetables.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilingsteaming

Equipment Needed

grillbowlwooden skewers

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

ShaiyaShaiya Sudanese

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