German Style Döner Kebab Recipe
The German Style Döner Kebab Recipe is a popular and flavorful dish that has found its place in the hearts and palates of many people around the world.
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Servings: 4 People
Calories: 325 kcal
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Skillet or grill for cooking the meat
- Mixing bowls for preparing sauce and marinating meat
- Cutting board and knife for slicing vegetables and meat
- Serving platter or individual plates
- Tongs for handling cooked meat
- Optional: Food processor for chopping vegetables uniformly
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef such as low-fat beef, low-fat lamb
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp yogurt
- 2 tbsp donor seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread wrap or lettuce wraps (for serving)
- mixed vegetables such as lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and peppers
- Optional toppings such as chilli sauce, garlic sauce, hummus, tzatziki sauce, and feta cheese.
Instructions
Preparation of Meat.
- a. Start by selecting 1 pound of lean meat, such as low-fat beef or low-fat lamb.
- b. Slice the meat thinly into strips or shavings.
- c. In a mixing bowl, marinate the meat with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- d. Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of donor seasoning for flavor.
- e. Season the meat with salt and pepper to taste.
Marinating the Meat.
- a. After seasoning, let the meat marinate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate.
- b. Optionally, you can refrigerate the marinated meat for a few hours to enhance the flavor further.
Preparing the Sauce.
- a. In a separate bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of tomato paste with 1 tablespoon of yogurt.
- b. This sauce will add a creamy and tangy element to your Döner Kebab.
Vegetable Preparation.
- a. Wash and prepare assorted vegetables such as lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and peppers.
- b. Slice the vegetables thinly for use as toppings.
Cooking the Meat.
- a. Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- b. Once hot, cook the marinated meat strips until they are well browned and cooked through. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Assembling the Döner Kebab.
- a. Warm your choice of pita bread, wrap, or lettuce wrap.
- b. Lay out the warm bread or lettuce.
- c. Place a portion of the cooked meat in the center.
- d. Add the assorted vegetables and toppings of your choice.
- e. Drizzle the tomato-yogurt sauce over the fillings.
- f. Roll up the bread or lettuce to create your Döner Kebab.
Notes
Thinly slice the meat for quicker cooking.
Marinate the meat for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
Use a food processor to speed up vegetable preparation.
Experiment with different types of bread or wraps for variety.
Customize toppings to suit individual preferences.
Keep the grill or skillet hot for a nice sear on the meat.
Make extra sauce for dipping or drizzling.
Nutrition
Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 110mg | Potassium: 355mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 66IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg
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