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Pig Skewers
Cagliari (Sardegna) — Mother recipe · en it
This traditional Cagliari dish is a delightful mix of pork and vegetables, crispy and delicious.
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⏱️ 30 min prep + 15 min cottura · 4 porzioni · facile
Ingredients
- 4 pork ribs, cut into skewers
- 2 onions, sliced
- 2 red bell peppers, sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1/2 tablespoon dried red pepper
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- 1 lemon, zested
- 200g of pecorino cheese, grated
Method
- Prepare the skewers: place pieces of pork on slices of onion, bell pepper, and zucchini.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, pepper, rosemary, dried red pepper, and crushed garlic.
- Marinate the skewers in the seasoned oil for a couple of hours, finishing with lemon zest.
- Prepare the pecorino cheese: grate it and mix with a little salt and pepper.
- Take a wooden skewer and place a bit of cheese at the tip, then a piece of pork, and continue layering.
- Grill the skewers for about 15-20 minutes, turning every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Serve immediately, garnished with grated pecorino cheese.
The story
Pig skewers are a traditional Sardinian dish, particularly popular in Cagliari, where their preparation is an art in itself.
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