Kabob?
Kebab?
That is the question.
In the Oxford Dictionary, the word is “Kebab” [from the Urdu f. Arab. “kabab”].
The Online Dictionary says that a Kabob (variant Kebab) is small pieces of meat or seafood seasoned or marinated and broiled, often with peppers, onions, or other vegetables, on a skewer.
The answer I like best to what the difference between Kabob and Kebab is:
The spelling.
Now that we got that out of the way, here is a terrific recipe for lemon-parsley marinated meat and veg on a stick. The crispy, garlicky cilantro potatoes make a great side.
Lamb And Beef Kabobs
Ingredients:
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 pounds boneless lamb, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes
1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes
6 small onions, cut into wedges
2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces
16 large fresh mushrooms
6 pita breads (6 inches), cut into wedges
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, combine first five ingredients.
2. Place the lamb and beef in a large resealable plastic bag; add half of the marinade.
3. Place vegetables in another large resealable plastic bag; add the remaining marinade.
4. Seal bags and turn to coat; refrigerate 1 hour.
5. On eight metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread lamb, beef, onions, red peppers and mushrooms. Grill, covered, over medium-hot heat 5-6 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness and vegetables are tender. Serve with pita bread.
Serves 8
Recipe from Taste Of Home Magazine
Cilantro Potatoes
Ingredients:
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
3 garlic closve, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
3 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions:
1. In a large skillet, cook cilantro and garlic in oil over medium heat for 1 minute. Add the potatoes; cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes or until tender and lightly browned. Drain. Sprinkle with salt.
Serves 8
Recipe very slightly adapted from Taste Of Home Magazine
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