Homemade Doner Kebab

Recreate the irresistible flavors of your favorite street food with this Homemade Doner Kebab recipe! Featuring a perfectly seasoned blend of ground lamb and beef infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and oregano, this dish is as authentic as it gets. The meat is shaped into loaves, seared for a golden crust, and slow-roasted to juicy perfection. Paired with warm pita bread, crisp lettuce, fresh tomatoes, and cucumbers, and topped with a refreshing homemade yogurt-mint sauce, every bite bursts with vibrant flavor. Perfect for a family dinner or an impressive meal for guests, this recipe brings the essence of Mediterranean cuisine right to your kitchen. Quick to assemble and highly customizable, it’s a must-try for kebab lovers everywhere!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground lamb (or beef)
• 500 grams ground beef
• 100 grams plain yogurt
• 1 onion, finely grated
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 pita bread
• 100 grams lettuce, shredded
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 200 grams yogurt, plain
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, yogurt, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Mix well using your hands until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 2

Divide the meat mixture into two portions. Shape each portion into a cylindrical loaf, about 15-20 cm long.

Step 3

Wrap the loaves tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to firm up.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 5

Heat a non-stick oven-proof skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Unwrap the kebab loaves and sear them in the skillet for about 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.

Step 6

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake the loaves for about 70-80 minutes, or until they register at least 74°C (165°F) in the center on a meat thermometer.

Step 7

While the meat is baking, prepare the sauce by combining the yogurt, lemon juice, and fresh mint in a small bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 8

Once the meat is cooked, let it rest for about 10 minutes. Then, use a sharp knife to slice the kebab into thin strips.

Step 9

Warm the pita bread in the oven for a few minutes.

Step 10

Assemble the doner kebabs by placing slices of the meat into the pita, followed by shredded lettuce, tomato slices, cucumber slices, and a generous spoonful of the yogurt-mint sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1957.9 grams (1957.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3518

Total Fat 230.50g	296%
Saturated Fat 90.60g	453%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.10g
Cholesterol 786mg	262%
Sodium 6572mg	286%
Total Carbohydrate 171.40g	62%
Dietary Fiber 21.80g	78%
Total Sugars 32.90g
Protein 200.60g	401%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 733mg	56%
Iron 30mg	166%
Potassium 4365mg	93%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.2%

Protein: 22.5%

Carbs: 19.2%