Quick Turkish-Style Lamb Doner Kebab
A simplified version of the classic Turkish dish, perfect for a weeknight dinner. This recipe uses thinly sliced lamb and a flavorful spice blend to create a delicious and tender kebab.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Lamb shoulderSlice thinly against the grain
- ●2 tablespoons Quick Turkish spice blendAvailable at most Middle Eastern grocery stores
- ●1/4 cup Crumbly feta cheeseOptional
- ●1 pound Doner kebab meat (lamb or beef)Available at most Middle Eastern grocery stores
- ●4-6 Pita breadOptional
- ●4 cups LettuceOptional
- ●2 cups TomatoesOptional
- ●1 cup Red onionOptional
- ●1 cup CucumberOptional
- ●1/4 cup ParsleyOptional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- 2
In a small bowl, mix together the Quick Turkish spice blend and olive oil.
- 3
Brush the spice blend mixture onto both sides of the lamb slices.
- 4
Grill the lamb slices for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- 5
Once the lamb is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
- 6
Warm the pita bread by wrapping it in foil and heating it in the oven for a few minutes.
- 7
Assemble the kebabs by placing a few slices of the lamb onto each pita bread, along with some crumbly feta cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and cucumber.
- 8
Drizzle the tops of the kebabs with a little olive oil and serve immediately.
- 9
Optional: Top with parsley and serve with extra pita bread on the side.