Shish kebab in a fragrant marinade with lemon and onion – secrets and best recipes
Shish kebab is a dish that has long gained popularity in many countries around the world. Delicious pieces of meat, soaked in aromatic marinade and cooked over an open fire, always delight gourmets. There are many recipes for shish kebab, but one of the most interesting is kebab in a lemon-onion marinade.
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the lemon-onion marinade gives the kebab a special taste and aroma. The acidity of the lemon makes the meat tender and juicy, and the onion adds piquancy and flavor. This marinade is ideal for any meat – pork, beef, chicken or lamb. Cooking shish kebab in this marinade is very simple, and the result will exceed all expectations.
To cook kebab in a lemon-onion marinade, you will need fresh lemons, onions, spices and, of course, meat. The onion is cut into rings and the lemons are squeezed out. Then all the ingredients are mixed together with spices and the marinade is ready. The meat is kept in the marinade for several hours or even overnight so that it is well saturated with aromas and taste.
Cooking shish kebab in lemon-onion marinade
To prepare shish kebab in lemon-onion marinade you will need the following ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Pork or beef | 500 g |
| Bow | 2 pcs |
| Lemon | 1 piece |
| Salt | to taste |
| Pepper | to taste |
| Vegetable oil | 2 tbsp. l. |
Preparation steps:
- Cut the meat into pieces approximately 3×3 cm. Place it in a deep bowl.
- Cut the onion into half rings.
- Squeeze the juice out of the lemon.
- Combine onion, lemon juice, salt, pepper and vegetable oil in a separate bowl.
- Pour the resulting marinade over the meat and mix well. Leave the bowl in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours (or overnight).
- Thread the meat onto skewers and grill until done.
When serving the kebab, you can garnish with herbs and lemon slices. Serve with sauces and fresh bread.
Bon appetit!
Ingredients for marinade
To prepare the lemon-onion marinade for barbecue, you will need the following ingredients:
1. Onion: 2-3 large onions. Onions will give the meat a delicate aroma and a sweetish taste.
2. Lemon: 2-3 medium lemons. Lemon juice will make the meat juicy and give it freshness.
3. Oil: 3-4 tablespoons of vegetable oil. The oil will help keep the meat juicy and prevent it from drying out.
4. Salt: to taste. Salt will highlight the taste of the meat and help reveal all the aromatic notes.
5. Pepper: to taste. For a spicier, more flavorful dish, you can add freshly ground black pepper.
6. Herbs: optional. You can add fresh herbs, such as parsley or dill, for extra flavor.
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. The marinade is ready to use!
Preparing the marinade
Kebab in a lemon-onion marinade turns out very juicy and flavorful. To prepare this marinade, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 large onion
- 2-3 lemons
- 3-4 cloves garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
To prepare the marinade, first peel and chop the onion. You can cut the onion into rings or half rings, depending on your preference. Then, juice the lemons and finely dice the garlic. In a large bowl, combine the onion, garlic, lemon juice, vegetable oil, soy sauce, sugar, and honey. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
The resulting marinade can be used to marinate meat. Place the meat in the bowl with the marinade, mix well, and let it sit in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight to allow the flavor to infuse.
Now you’re ready to cook your lemon-onion marinated shashlik! Simply thread the meat onto skewers and grill or roast over an open flame until done.
Preparing the Shashlik
Cooking shish kebab
- Prepare the marinade. The marinade gives the shashlik a unique flavor and makes it juicy. A lemon-onion marinade is a great choice. To make it, you’ll need onions, lemon juice, salt, pepper, oil, and spices to taste.
- Cut the meat into pieces. The size of the pieces depends on your preference. Shish kebab is typically made from smaller pieces of meat.
- Pour the marinade over the meat and let it sit for several hours, or preferably overnight. The marinade will penetrate the meat, imparting flavor and aroma.
- Prepare the skewers. You can use metal or wooden skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water first to prevent them from burning.
- Thread the meat onto the skewers. Distribute the meat evenly, leaving small gaps between each piece.
- Light the coals or prepare the grill. Light the coals and let them burn to gray ash. If cooking on the grill, heat it to the desired temperature.
- Cook the shish kebab over an open fire. Place the skewers on the grill or grill and grill the kebabs, turning occasionally, until cooked through. Cooking time depends on the thickness of the meat pieces and preference for the degree of frying.
- Serve the kebab on the table. Serve the kebab hot, with vegetables, herbs, sauces and fresh bread. Enjoy the taste and aroma of this wonderful dish with your family and friends!
- Recipe for pork shashlik in Onion-Lemon marinade. Classic.
