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Viral Homemade Doner Kebab Recipe: Juicy Street Food at Home

A pile of richly seasoned, shredded meat ready for homemade doner kebab, served on a white platter.
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I am so glad you are here. This recipe shows you how to make incredibly juicy and flavorful homemade doner kebab meat in your oven. Skip the takeout and create authentic Turkish street food flavor with simple ingredients and a smart rolling technique.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
  • 1 large onion, finely processed
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Harissa paste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Parchment paper

Instructions

  1. Combine the ground beef, finely processed onion, Greek yogurt, Harissa paste, salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large bowl. Mix everything thoroughly with your hands until the spices are evenly distributed.
  2. Place the meat mixture onto a large sheet of parchment paper. Cover the meat with a second sheet of parchment paper.
  3. Use a rolling pin to press the meat evenly between the two sheets of parchment paper until you form a thin, flat rectangle, about 1/2 inch thick. This step helps the meat cook evenly.
  4. Remove the top sheet of parchment paper. Tightly roll the meat along the long edge, using the bottom parchment paper to help you roll it into a compact log shape.
  5. Wrap the parchment paper tightly around the log to secure its shape. Place the wrapped log onto a baking sheet.
  6. Bake the kebab log in a preheated oven at 400F (200C) for 25 to 30 minutes. The internal temperature should reach 160F (71C).
  7. Remove the meat from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carefully unwrapping the parchment paper.
  8. Using a sharp knife, slice the meat thinly against the grain to create your doner shavings. For crispy edges, you can briefly place the slices back in a hot pan for a minute or two.
  9. Serve immediately in warm pita bread or wraps with your favorite fresh vegetables and sauces.

Notes

  • Using a mix of ground beef and lamb will give you a richer flavor profile closer to traditional doner.
  • If you do not have Harissa, substitute with 2 tablespoons of tomato paste mixed with 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper for heat.
  • This meat is excellent served in a salad bowl or over rice for a complete Mediterranean dinner.

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Find it online: https://www.purecookingjoy.com/homemade-doner-kebab-recipe/

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