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Pig Skewers

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This traditional Cagliari dish is a delightful mix of pork and vegetables, crispy and delicious.

Pig Skewers

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⏱️ 30 min prep + 15 min cottura · 4 porzioni · facile

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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

  1. Prepare the skewers: place pieces of pork on slices of onion, bell pepper, and zucchini.
  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, pepper, rosemary, dried red pepper, and crushed garlic.
  3. Marinate the skewers in the seasoned oil for a couple of hours, finishing with lemon zest.
  4. Prepare the pecorino cheese: grate it and mix with a little salt and pepper.
  5. Take a wooden skewer and place a bit of cheese at the tip, then a piece of pork, and continue layering.
  6. Grill the skewers for about 15-20 minutes, turning every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
  7. 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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