Döner Kebap – Vertical Roasted Meat
Doner Kebap is a traditional Turkish dish featuring thinly sliced lamb or beef marinated in yogurt and spices, stacked on a vertical skewer, slow-roasted, and served either wrapped in bread or plated with accompaniments. This method ensures tender, flavorful meat with a perfectly browned exterior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes plus overnight marinating (8-12 hours)
- Cook Time: 1.5 to 2 hours slow roasting
- Total Time: 9.5 to 14 hours
- Yield: Serves 4-6 people 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
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Meat and Marinade
- 1 kg lamb or beef slices, thinly cut
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 large onion, grated or finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Marinate the Meat: In a large bowl, combine the sliced meat with yogurt, grated onion, minced garlic, black pepper, paprika, and salt. Mix thoroughly so each slice is well coated. Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Prepare the Skewer: After marinating, tightly stack the slices onto a vertical skewer, pressing each layer firmly to eliminate air pockets, which helps prevent the meat from drying out during roasting.
- Roast the Meat: Place the vertical skewer on a rotisserie or vertical grill and roast slowly, allowing even cooking while the meat rotates. The slow roasting gradually cooks the meat while browning the surface for a crispy exterior.
- Slice the Cooked Meat: Once the meat’s surface is nicely browned and cooked through, carefully slice thin layers off the outer cooked surface using a sharp knife or specialized doner slicer.
- Serve: Serve the freshly sliced doner kebap either wrapped inside fresh bread (such as pita or flatbread) with toppings like vegetables and sauces, or plated with your choice of sides.
Notes
- Stack meat slices tightly on the skewer to avoid drying out during roasting.
- Marinate overnight for maximum flavor and tenderness.
- Thinly slicing the meat after cooking ensures tenderness and optimal texture.
- Traditional doner kebap is cooked on a vertical rotisserie; if unavailable, replicate slow roasting and frequent turning for even cooking.
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