Turkish Kebabs

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This kebab sandwich is my version of Turkish kebabs, which I made 'off the cuff' after searching unsuccessfully for a recipe online. The original sandwiches are made from meat pressed into a loaf and grilled on a rotating spit. The meat is shaved off as it gets crispy and put into a pita sandwich. My recipe calls for thin slices of meat to be marinated and then broiled to get the same effect without a huge rotating grill. Serve in a warmed pita with goat cheese, tzatziki sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and pepperoncini.

Submitted by RACHEY638
Updated on July 3, 2023
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Prep Time:
40 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
8 hrs 50 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 kebabs
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

Marinade:

  • 2 large onions, chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed

  • ½ cup olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric

  • 1 pinch curry powder

  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste

  • 1 pound beef flank steak, thinly sliced

Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 8 ounces sour cream

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

  • 1 clove garlic, crushed

  • 6 pita bread rounds

Directions

  1. Make marinade: Place onions in a large ceramic bowl and crush with the bottom of a glass until juice is rendered and onions look translucent. Stir in garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, black pepper, turmeric, curry powder, and salt. Add beef and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.

  2. Make sauce: Combine sour cream, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, dill, and garlic in a medium bowl; mix until well combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.

  3. Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.

  4. Remove meat from marinade, brushing off extra onions; discard marinade. Spread meat on a baking sheet without overlapping. Season with salt.

  5. Cook under the preheated broiler until meat is browned and crispy, about 3 minutes per side, turning halfway through cooking.

  6. Divide meat between pita breads and drizzle with tzatziki sauce to serve.

Tips

You can use chicken instead of beef, too.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of marinade ingredients. The actual amount of marinade consumed will vary.

45 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

512 Calories
34g Fat
36g Carbs
16g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 512
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34g 44%
Saturated Fat 9g 47%
Cholesterol 34mg 11%
Sodium 891mg 39%
Total Carbohydrate 36g 13%
Dietary Fiber 2g 9%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 16g 31%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 117mg 9%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 333mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.