Armenian Wild CRAYFISH KEBABS + Medieval MONASTERY Tour | Lake Sevan, Armenia

wild crayfish

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: chicken

Shrimp provides a similar texture while chicken is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable and cost-effective.

bell peppers

🥗Healthier: asparagus

💰Cheaper: carrots

Asparagus offers a unique flavor and carrots are often less expensive.

Clean and prepare the wild crayfish, removing the shells and deveining if necessary.

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.

Add cleaned crayfish to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 20 minutes.

Chop onions, bell peppers, and zucchini into bite-sized pieces.

Thread marinated crayfish and vegetable pieces alternately onto the soaked skewers.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until the crayfish are opaque and vegetables are tender.

Remove from the grill and let cool slightly before serving.

Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

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