Shashlik
Shashlik is a popular dish of marinated and grilled skewered meat, originating from the Caucasus region and widely enjoyed across Eastern Europe and Central Asia. It typically features chunks of pork, lamb, or beef marinated in a mixture of vinegar, onions, and spices, then cooked over an open flame.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, providing essential amino acids and iron, with a typical serving containing around 400-600 calories depending on the cut of meat and marinade used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 330 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 3 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Zinc | 5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Selenium | 35 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 skewer (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, shashlik is often associated with outdoor gatherings and celebrations, while nutritionally, the marination process not only tenderizes the meat but can also help reduce the formation of harmful compounds during grilling.
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