Adana Kebab Recipe

Name: Adana Kebab
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground lamb; 1 lb ground veal; 4 teaspoons olive oil, for brushing on pita's; 4 teaspoons salted butter, small cubes; 1 red bell pepper, minced; 1 medium yellow onion, minced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup yogurt; 2 medium red onions, sliced very thin; 1 teaspoon sumac; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 8 pieces pita bread or 8 pieces naan bread; 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 2 teaspoons cumin; 2 teaspoons black pepper; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 teaspoons sumac, can be found in any middle eastern store.or you can omit this step

Servings: persons

1 lb ground lamb
1 lb ground veal
4 teaspoons olive oil, for brushing on pita's
4 teaspoons salted butter, small cubes
1 red bell pepper, minced
1 medium yellow onion, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup yogurt
2 medium red onions, sliced very thin
1 teaspoon sumac
1 teaspoon lemon juice
8 pieces pita bread or 8 pieces naan bread
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons black pepper
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons sumac, can be found in any middle eastern store.or you can omit this step

1
In a large mixing bowl add lamb and veal.
2
Then add minced bell peppers and onions.
3
Add all spices and mix well.
4
Cover and put in fridge overnight.
5
Mix red onion,sumac,lemon juice in small bowl cover and put in fridge.
6
Using your hands shape mixture into 6 inch long kebabs and about 2 inches wide.
7
Place on a hot grill and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side.
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Kebabs will be done when they feel spongy.
9
When done place kebab inside of pita.
10
top with yogurt sauce and sliced red onion mixture.
11
This can also be served with a side of Turkish Pilaf.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground lamb, 1 lb ground veal, 4 teaspoons olive oil, for brushing on pita's, 4 teaspoons salted butter, small cubes, and more.

Yes, Adana Kebab falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Adana Kebab

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