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Belen Tava Kebab

Cultural Context

Originating from the Hatay region of Turkey, Belen Tava Kebab is a beloved dish that reflects the area's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations, this dish showcases the region's use of fresh ingredients and spices. Today, variations can be found in many Turkish restaurants worldwide, each adding their unique twist to this flavorful kebab.

TurkishTRmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
600 grams beef steak
2 medium sized onions
2 tomatoes
2 green peppers
1 red pepper
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp red pepper flakes
0.5 tsp cumin
1 tbsp tomato paste
2 cloves of garlic
1.5 tsp salt
butter
2 tbsp Kuyruk Yağı (tail fat)
water

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than lamb.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is still healthy.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with less fat.

pita bread

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pita

💰Cheaper: flatbread

Whole wheat offers more fiber and nutrients.

1

Chop onions into medium-sized chunks.

2

Chop red pepper into cubes, removing seeds and white parts.

3

Chop green peppers into cubes.

4

Peel and chop tomatoes into medium-sized chunks.

5

Chop garlic coarsely.

6

Cut beef steak into cubes.

7

Season beef with 1.5 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp red pepper flakes, and 0.5 tsp cumin, and add 1 tbsp tomato paste.

8

Mix the seasoned beef well.

9

Add 2 tbsp Kuyruk Yağı over the kebab mixture.

10

Drizzle some water over the kebab mixture.

11

Cover the kebab with a lid made from wet baking paper.

12

Cook in a preheated oven at 170°C (340°F) for 30 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingbakinggrilling

Equipment Needed

Güveç (earthenware pottery)deep dish baking panbaking paper

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Belen KebabBelen Tava

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