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Doner Kebab

A homemade version of the classic street food, featuring seasoned, juicy meat slices served in warm pita with fresh veggies and a creamy sauce.

Total time
40 min
Servings
4
Calories
450
Protein
25g
Doner Kebab
comfort foodsatisfyingmiddle easternhalallambjuicytenderweeknight dinner

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 4 pieces pita bread
  • ½ cup plain yogurt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Grate the 1 onion and squeeze out excess liquid. In a bowl, combine the grated onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper with the 1 lb ground lamb. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place on a baking sheet. Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the top is browned.

  3. 3

    Let the meat rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly. While the meat rests, warm the 4 pita breads in the oven or a dry skillet.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, mix the 0.5 cup yogurt with a pinch of salt and a squeeze of lemon if you have it. This is your sauce.

  5. 5

    Serve the sliced meat in the warm pita, drizzled with the yogurt sauce. Add lettuce, tomato, or onion if you like.

Tools you’ll need

  • baking sheet
  • grater
  • mixing bowl
  • knife

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