Togolese Style Grilled Vegetable Skewers (Brochettes de Légumes à la Togolaise)

Brochettes de Légumes à la Togolaise, or Togolese Style Grilled Vegetable Skewers, are a popular dish in Togolese cuisine. These flavorful and colorful skewers are perfect for a vegetarian barbecue or as a side dish for a variety of meals.

Togolese Style Grilled Vegetable Skewers (Brochettes de Légumes à la Togolaise)

Ingredients

  • 2 large red bell peppers, cut into chunks
  • 2 large green bell peppers, cut into chunks
  • 2 large red onions, cut into chunks
  • 2 large zucchinis, sliced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 skewers

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, tomato paste, paprika, ground ginger, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
  3. Thread the vegetable chunks onto the skewers, alternating between the different vegetables.
  4. Brush the vegetable skewers with the marinade, making sure to coat them evenly.
  5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
  6. Remove the skewers from the grill and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Grill

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
5g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Grill Skewers Bowl Brush

Tools

Knife Cutting board Small bowl

Serving suggestions

Serve the Brochettes de Légumes with a side of couscous or rice, and a refreshing cucumber salad.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can sprinkle some chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro, over the grilled vegetable skewers before serving.

Cost

$10