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Armenian · Armenia

Traditional Armenian Khorovats

A delicious Armenian dish of grilled meats, including chicken and beef, with a unique flavor from the pork fat.

40 minutes6 servings
Traditional Armenian Khorovats
Photo: Chaojoker · CC BY-SA 3.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat a tonir or charcoal grill to high heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix beef and chicken with garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Thread the meats onto skewers with slices of onion and pork fat.
  4. Grill the skewers over the fire, turning occasionally, until the meats are cooked to desired doneness.
  5. Baste with olive oil during grilling for extra flavor.
  6. Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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