Macedonian Skara with Vegetables
A flavorful grilled dish featuring marinated pork or lamb skewers (skara) served with a medley of grilled vegetables, often accompanied by a fresh salad and bread.
๐ง Ingredients
- 800 g Pork shoulder or lamb leg(cut into 1.5-inch cubes)
- 4 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 3 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 large Bell peppers (various colors)(cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 large Red onions(cut into wedges)
- 1 medium Zucchini(cut into 1-inch thick rounds)
- 200 g Cherry tomatoes
๐จโ๐ณ Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, combine pork or lamb cubes with olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably longer in the refrigerator.
๐ก Pro Tips: Marinating overnight will enhance flavor. - 2
Thread the marinated meat onto skewers, alternating with pieces of bell pepper and red onion.
๐ก Pro Tips: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning. - 3
Prepare the vegetables for grilling: toss zucchini and cherry tomatoes with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill the meat skewers for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and nicely charred.
- 5
While the meat is grilling, grill the zucchini rounds and cherry tomatoes on a separate part of the grill or on a grill basket for about 5-7 minutes per side, until tender and slightly charred.
- 6
Serve the grilled skara with the grilled vegetables. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
๐ก Pro Tips: Serve with fresh bread and a side salad of chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions.
๐ก Pro Tips
- โEnsure meat is cut into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- โDon't overcrowd the grill; cook in batches if necessary.
- โAdjust marinating time based on your preference for flavor intensity.
โจ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add mushrooms or eggplant to the vegetable mix.
- Use chicken thighs instead of pork or lamb.
- Serve with a dollop of Macedonian yogurt dip (kiselo mlyako).