List of skewered foods
List of foods that are skewered
Skewered foods are dishes that are prepared by threading pieces of food onto a skewer, which is then grilled, roasted, or otherwise cooked. Skewers can be made from various materials, including wood, metal, or bamboo. This method of cooking is popular in many cultures around the world.
List of Skewered Foods[edit | edit source]
Asia[edit | edit source]
- Satay - A Southeast Asian dish of seasoned, skewered, and grilled meat, served with a sauce.
- Yakitori - A Japanese type of skewered chicken, typically cooked on a charcoal grill.
- Kebabs - A variety of skewered meat dishes originating in the Middle East, with many regional variations.
- Chuanr - A Chinese street food originating from the Xinjiang region, consisting of skewered and grilled meat.
Europe[edit | edit source]
- Souvlaki - A popular Greek fast food consisting of small pieces of meat and sometimes vegetables grilled on a skewer.
- Shashlik - A form of skewered and grilled meat popular in Russia and Central Asia.
Middle East[edit | edit source]
- Shish kebab - A popular dish in Middle Eastern cuisine, consisting of skewered and grilled cubes of meat.
- Kofta kebab - A type of kebab made with ground meat, often mixed with spices and herbs, and formed onto a skewer.
Americas[edit | edit source]
- Espetada - A traditional Portuguese dish made with large chunks of beef rubbed in garlic and salt, skewered, and cooked over hot coals.
- Anticuchos - A popular Peruvian street food consisting of skewered and grilled beef heart.
Africa[edit | edit source]
- Suya - A spicy meat skewer which is a popular food item in West Africa, particularly Nigeria.
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