15-Min Charred Lamb Kebab
Seasoned ground lamb seared until crispy, then dressed with a bright lemon-garlic sauce and wrapped in pita with fresh tomato and cucumber. Pure Syrian street food vibes, ready in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- ½ lb ground lamb
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- 1 whole lemon (juiced)
- 1 whole tomato (chopped)
- 1 whole cucumber (sliced thin)
- 2 whole pita bread
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 60 seconds.
- 2
Add lamb to the pan with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper, breaking it up with a spoon as it browns, 5–6 minutes.
- 3
Drizzle lemon juice over the lamb and stir in minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 4
Warm the pita in the skillet for 20 seconds per side, then transfer to a plate.
- 5
Layer the pita with lamb, fresh tomato, cucumber, and a small dollop of tahini if you have it.
- 6
Serve immediately while the lamb is hot and the pita is still warm.
Tools you’ll need
- 10-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
- cutting board
- knife
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