Viral Doner Kebab (Easy Homemade Oven Method)
This viral doner kebab recipe uses an easy homemade oven method to create thin, juicy slices of seasoned beef. Roll the meat tightly, bake it until tender, and broil the edges for perfect weeknight Turkish street food.
Servings: 4
Calories: 277kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound 85% lean ground beef 400 g
- 1 large onion grated or blitzed (250 g)
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup plain yogurt 60 g
- 1 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400℉ (200℃). Line a large baking sheet with a sheet of parchment paper on a large oven pan.
- Season the Meat: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, plain yogurt, cumin, coriander, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and garam masala. Mix all ingredients thoroughly by hand until they are fully combined.1 pound 85% lean ground beef, 1 large onion, 4 cloves garlic, ¼ cup plain yogurt, 1 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoons ground coriander, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garam masala
- Form the Logs: Divide the seasoned meat mixture into two equal portions, or more if your pan is smaller. Take a sheet of parchment paper, as long as the baking pan, and place one portion of the meat in the center. Dip your fingers in a small bowl of water to prevent sticking, and then press and shape the meat into a thin, even rectangle. For best results, cover the meat with another sheet of parchment and use a rolling pin to spread the meat thinly and evenly.
- Roll and Compact: Starting from the long edge, fold the parchment paper over the meat and roll it tightly to create a flat, compact log. Repeat this step with the second portion of meat.
- Bake the Logs: Place both parchment-wrapped logs onto the prepared baking sheet. Transfer to the oven and bake for 15 minutes.
- Slice and Crisp: Remove the logs from the oven, drain the extra juices and let them cool just enough to handle safely. Carefully unroll the parchment. Break the cooked meat into chunks or use a sharp knife to slice it into thin strips. Spread the meat back onto the baking sheet.
- Broil for Texture: Return the sheet to the oven and broil for 2 to 3 minutes, watching carefully until the meat edges are lightly golden and crisp.
- Serve: Assemble the Doner Kebab by serving the hot, sliced meat in warm pita bread topped with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions, and tahini sauce. For a refreshing, creamy side, you must try my recipe for easy homemade hummus recipe.
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Nutrition
Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 667mg | Potassium: 447mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 278IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 3mg
