Kokoretsi
Kokoretsi is a traditional Greek dish made from lamb or goat intestines, often served as a starter or meze. It's a popular dish during Easter celebrations.
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Ingredients - Serves 6
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Oregano - 1 tablespoon
- Lemon - 1, juiced
- Olive oil - 1/2 cup
- Lamb lungs - 500 grams
- Lamb heart - 500 grams
- Lamb liver - 500 grams
- Lamb or goat intestines - 1.5 kilograms
Let's Get Started
- Clean the intestines thoroughly and soak in water with lemon juice for 1 hour.
- Cut the liver, heart, and lungs into small pieces and season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Thread the pieces onto a long skewer, alternating with pieces of intestine.
- Wrap the entire skewer with the remaining intestines, securing with kitchen twine if necessary.
- Preheat a grill to medium heat and brush the kokoretsi with olive oil.
- Grill for about 2 hours, turning frequently and basting with more olive oil, until the kokoretsi is crispy and golden brown.
- Let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 1g
