Istanbul Beşiktaş Street Food Tour | Best Turkish Street Food

lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat and more affordable than lamb.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers more protein and a thicker texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

pita bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: flatbread

Whole grain bread adds fiber and nutrients.

Marinate the meat with onion, garlic, olive oil, cumin, paprika, black pepper, and salt for at least 2 hours.

Skewer the marinated meat onto a vertical rotisserie or grill.

Prepare a fire with charcoal until glowing and hot.

Place the skewered meat over the heat source, turning occasionally.

Cook the meat until it is evenly browned and cooked through, about 1-2 hours depending on thickness.

Slice the cooked meat thinly off the skewer or rotisserie.

Warm the pita bread on the grill for a few seconds until soft.

Assemble the döner by placing slices of meat on the warm pita.

Top with sliced tomato, cucumber, and lettuce.

Drizzle with yogurt sauce or your choice of sauce.

Serve immediately with extra sauce on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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