Testi Kebab

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

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 healthier.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and adds creaminess with fewer calories.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add diced lamb and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes, bell peppers, and carrots; cook for another 5 minutes.

Season with spices, salt, and pepper; mix well to combine.

Transfer the mixture to a clay pot or a heatproof vessel.

Layer sliced potatoes on top of the meat mixture.

Cover the pot tightly with a lid or aluminum foil.

Bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 2 hours until the meat is tender.

Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Serve hot with yogurt and fresh herbs.

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