How to Make Grandpa Nick's Georgia Shashlik - A Step-by-Step Guide

Family recipes are often the heart of any kitchen, passed down through generations and cherished for their unique flavors and traditions. In my family, one of the most beloved recipes is my grandpa Nick's Georgia Shashlik. This traditional Georgian dish is a flavorful and aromatic combination of marinated meat and vegetables, grilled to perfection. The recipe has been handed down through generations, and every time we make it, we feel connected to our roots and our family's rich culinary heri...

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium lemon
  • 2 cups red wine
  • ½ large red onion, cut into chunks
  • 6 cloves garlic, chopped, or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 ½ pounds lamb, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • skewers, as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Cut lemon in half and juice. Cut 2 rinds into chunks.
  • Place lemon juice and rinds into a large glass or ceramic bowl with red wine, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper; mix well. Add lamb and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours or up to 18 hours.
  • Remove lamb from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Thread lamb on to skewers.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Cook skewers, turning occasionally, on the preheated grill until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the meat reads at least 130 degrees F (60 degrees C) for medium, about 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    186 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 62mg
    • Sodium: 287mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 326mg