BBQ Ground Beef Kebab Recipe

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is more economical.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric offers color and flavor at a lower cost.

onion

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: leeks

Shallots provide a milder flavor, while leeks are often less expensive.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

White pepper offers a similar taste with a different profile.

Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Grate onion and squeeze out excess moisture.

Combine ground lamb and beef in a bowl with grated onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, turmeric, and sumac.

Mix ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

Form the meat mixture into long, flat shapes around the soaked skewers.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Place skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.

Serve with grilled tomatoes and bell peppers.

Garnish with parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice over the kebabs.

Accompany with bread and additional sumac for serving.

Cooking Techniques

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