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Meat, fire, patience

Meat marinated or rubbed, then cooked directly over live fire, hot coals, or an open grill/spit — skewered, whole, or sliced, but never braised, stewed, or confited in liquid.

46 versions across the world · 46 on Polydish

Smoked Brisket, the version of meat, fire, patience

Smoked Brisket—

American smoked brisket, slow-cooked for many hours over wood smoke until incredibly tender.

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Asado, the version of meat, fire, patience

Asado—

Beef cooked slowly over wood embers on a grill, requiring patience for tender results.

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Churrasco, the version of meat, fire, patience

Churrasco—

Brazilian grilled meat, often large cuts seasoned simply and roasted over open flame.

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Suya, the version of meat, fire, patience

Suya—

West African thin-sliced beef dusted in yaji (peanut, ginger, pepper blend) and grilled over open flame.

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Galbi, the version of meat, fire, patience

Galbi—

A Korean dish of short ribs marinated and grilled over charcoal.

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Char Siu—

Chinese roasted pork, marinated and caramelized on hooks in an oven.

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Anticuchos, the version of meat, fire, patience

Anticuchos—

A Peruvian dish of marinated beef heart grilled on skewers over an open flame.

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Souvlaki, the version of meat, fire, patience

Souvlaki—

A Greek dish of marinated pork cubes grilled on skewers.

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Nem nướng, the version of meat, fire, patience

Nem nướng—

A Vietnamese dish of grilled pork sausage or meatballs.

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Sekuwa, the version of meat, fire, patience

Sekuwa—

A Nepali dish of marinated meat, typically goat or chicken, grilled over an open flame.

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Montreal Smoked Meat, the version of meat, fire, patience

Montreal Smoked Meat—

Beef brisket cured and smoked, a process requiring significant 'patience'.

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Jerk Chicken, the version of meat, fire, patience

Jerk Chicken—

Chicken deeply marinated in fiery spices and slow-smoked over pimento wood, showcasing a patient cooking method for intense flavor.

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Chicken Shawarma with homemade garlic herb yoghurt sauce, the version of meat, fire, patience

Chicken Shawarma with homemade garlic herb yoghurt sauce—

Chicken marinated and slow-cooked on a vertical spit, then shaved and served.

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Shawarma, the version of meat, fire, patience

Shawarma—

This Egyptian dish features meat cooked slowly on a vertical spit, then shaved off.

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Pulled Pork—

American slow-cooked pork, typically from the shoulder, shredded and served with a vinegar or tomato-based sauce.

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Jerk chicken with rice & peas, the version of meat, fire, patience

Jerk chicken with rice & peas—

Chicken marinated in spicy, aromatic, and sweet jerk seasoning, then grilled or roasted.

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Dibi (food), the version of meat, fire, patience

Dibi (food)—

A Senegalese dish of fire-grilled lamb, seasoned and served with onions and mustard.

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Piri-piri chicken and slaw, the version of meat, fire, patience

Piri-piri chicken and slaw—

chicken marinated and grilled with a spicy piri-piri sauce.

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Portuguese barbecued pork (Febras assadas), the version of meat, fire, patience

Portuguese barbecued pork (Febras assadas)—

Grilled pork marinated with wine and paprika.

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Peking Duck—

Whole duck roasted for hours until skin is crisp, embodying 'fire and patience'.

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Nyama choma, the version of meat, fire, patience

Nyama choma—

A Kenyan dish of grilled or barbecued goat or cattle meat.

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Crying Tiger—

Thai grilled beef, often fatty cuts, served with a tamarind and roasted rice powder dipping sauce.

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Spiced smoky barbecued chicken, the version of meat, fire, patience

Spiced smoky barbecued chicken—

Chicken thighs marinated in garlic, lemon, curry powder, and other spices, then barbecued.

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Yakiniku, the version of meat, fire, patience

Yakiniku—

Japanese grilled meat, typically bite-sized pieces cooked over a flame.

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Tire meatballs, the version of meat, fire, patience

Tire meatballs—

Minced meat meatballs grilled on thin skewers, served with a buttery tomato sauce.

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Smoky chicken skewers, the version of meat, fire, patience

Smoky chicken skewers—

A Turkish dish of chicken thighs seasoned with spices like cumin and paprika, grilled on skewers.

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Mbuzi Choma (Roasted Goat), the version of meat, fire, patience

Mbuzi Choma (Roasted Goat)—

Goat meat is roasted over an open fire, seasoned simply with salt and spices.

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Grilled Portuguese sardines, the version of meat, fire, patience

Grilled Portuguese sardines—

Portuguese sardines grilled with olive oil, garlic, paprika, and herbs.

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Yakitori, the version of meat, fire, patience

Yakitori—

Japanese skewered chicken pieces grilled over charcoal.

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Pinchitos, the version of meat, fire, patience

Pinchitos—

Skewered meat cooked over charcoal, involving 'fire' and careful 'patience' for even cooking.

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Samgyeopsal, the version of meat, fire, patience

Samgyeopsal—

A Korean dish of unmarinated pork belly grilled plain at the table.

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Lamb and Lemon Souvlaki, the version of meat, fire, patience

Lamb and Lemon Souvlaki—

Grilled lamb skewers marinated with garlic, lemon, and dill.

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Red curry chicken kebabs, the version of meat, fire, patience

Red curry chicken kebabs—

Chicken pieces marinated in red curry paste and grilled on skewers.

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Shawarma chuck roast wrap, the version of meat, fire, patience

Shawarma chuck roast wrap—

Chuck roast marinated in Middle Eastern spices and slow-cooked or roasted.

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Kleftiko, the version of meat, fire, patience

Kleftiko—

Lamb shoulder slow-baked with garlic, lemon, and cheese in a sealed parcel.

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Chilli ginger lamb chops, the version of meat, fire, patience

Chilli ginger lamb chops—

Turkish lamb loin chops marinated with garlic, ginger, lemon, chili, and cumin, then grilled or roasted.

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Vietnamese Grilled Pork (bun-thit-nuong), the version of meat, fire, patience

Vietnamese Grilled Pork (bun-thit-nuong)—

Vietnamese grilled pork, often served with vermicelli noodles and fresh herbs.

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Chicken wings with cumin, lemon & garlic, the version of meat, fire, patience

Chicken wings with cumin, lemon & garlic—

Turkish chicken wings marinated with garlic, lemon, cumin, and honey, then grilled or roasted.

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Bakakak hayam—

Sundanese chicken roasted over fire with special seasonings.

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Lou mei, the version of meat, fire, patience

Lou mei—

Various meats and offal slowly braised in an aromatic master stock.

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Bún thịt nướng, the version of meat, fire, patience

Bún thịt nướng—

Vietnamese cold rice noodles topped with grilled pork, fresh herbs, and a fish sauce dressing.

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Adana kebab, the version of meat, fire, patience

Adana kebab—

A Turkish kebab made from minced lamb, seasoned with red pepper paste and spices, grilled on a skewer.

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Gopchang, the version of meat, fire, patience

Gopchang—

A Korean grilled dish made from the small intestines of cattle or pigs.

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Turkish-style lamb, the version of meat, fire, patience

Turkish-style lamb—

Lamb leg seasoned and possibly grilled or roasted, often served with yogurt.

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Slow-roast lamb with cinnamon, fennel & citrus, the version of meat, fire, patience

Slow-roast lamb with cinnamon, fennel & citrus—

Lamb leg slow-roasted with aromatic spices and citrus.

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Imam bayildi with BBQ lamb & tzatziki, the version of meat, fire, patience

Imam bayildi with BBQ lamb & tzatziki—

A Turkish dish combining BBQ lamb with a vegetable stew (Imam Bayildi) and a yogurt-cucumber sauce.

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