Frigărui

Frigărui is a delightful Romanian dish featuring small pieces of grilled meat threaded onto skewers, akin to shashlik or shish kebab. What sets it apart is the addition of bacon, sausages, and a variety of vegetables such as onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, and mushrooms between the meat pieces. To enhance the flavors, the meat is seasoned with a mix of pepper, garlic, savory, rosemary, marjoram, and bay leaves.

The name "frigărui" is actually a diminutive form of "frigare" which means skewer. This, in turn, derives from the verb "a frige" meaning "to grill" or "to fry." Tracing back even further, it has roots in the Latin word "frīgĕre" which also means "to roast" or "to fry" and is related to the English word "fry."

So, the next time you're in the mood for something grilled and flavorful, give frigărui a try! It's a delectable way to enjoy a mix of meats and vegetables, all perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection.