Turkish Doner Kebab (Doner Kebap) (Turkish Meat Pies)

A popular Turkish dish made with layers of juicy meat stacked on a vertical spit, served in a warm pita bread with vegetables and sauce.

Ingredients

Meat

• 1 kg lamb or beef (or a combination of both)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika

Vegetables

• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 bell peppers (any color), sliced
• 2 tomatoes, diced

Pita Bread and Sauce

• 4 pita breads
• 1/4 cup toum (garlic sauce) or yogurt-based sauce

Turkish Doner Kebab Sauce

Mix the following:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Recipe Steps

1. Prepare the Meat

Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic, salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika. Rub the mixture all over the lamb or beef, making sure to coat it evenly.

2. Cook the Meat

Cook the meat for about 10-15 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.

3. Prepare the Vegetables

Heat some oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onion, sliced bell peppers, and diced tomatoes until they are tender and lightly browned.

4. Assemble the Doner Kebab

Slice the cooked meat into thin strips. Place a few slices of meat onto each pita bread, followed by some sautéed vegetables. Drizzle with toum or yogurt-based sauce and serve immediately.

5. Serve

Serve the Turkish Doner Kebab hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.

Optional: Add some pickled turnips or cucumbers on top of the meat for extra flavor and texture.

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