KURDISTAN! UNIQUE 1$ Street Food & Walking the Streets of IRAQ

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken reduces fat content while beef is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers more protein, while sour cream is often less expensive.

flatbread

🥗Healthier: whole grain pita

💰Cheaper: tortillas

Whole grain pita adds fiber, while tortillas are usually cheaper.

Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Chop lamb into bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl.

Finely chop onions, garlic, and parsley; add to the bowl with lamb.

Sprinkle cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper over the mixture.

Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice into the bowl; mix well to coat the lamb.

Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Thread marinated lamb onto soaked skewers, alternating with tomatoes and bell peppers.

Place skewers on the grill; cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until lamb is cooked through and slightly charred.

Remove skewers from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.

Serve kebabs with flatbread and a side of yogurt for dipping.

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