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Doner Kebab

A delicious Turkish street food made with marinated meat, wrapped in pita bread with fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Turkish
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound of lamb or beef thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup of plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon of ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon of paprika
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 4 pita breads
  • Fresh vegetables lettuce, tomatoes, onions, etc.
  • Your choice of sauce yogurt sauce or tahini sauce

Equipment

  • Skillet or grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Meat thermometer
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine plain yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the sliced lamb or beef to the marinade, ensuring every piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your skillet or grill over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the marinated meat to the skillet or grill in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd it. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.
  5. Check for doneness, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  6. While the meat cooks, warm the pita bread in a separate skillet or directly on the grill.
  7. Layer the cooked meat onto the warm pita, followed by your choice of fresh vegetables and sauce.
  8. Fold the pita and serve your delicious doner kebabs on a platter.

Notes

For an even bolder flavor, marinate the meat overnight. Serve with sides like Greek salad or fries.