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Alinazik Kebab

Cultural Context

Alinazik Kebab hails from southeastern Turkey, particularly Gaziantep, known for its rich culinary heritage. The dish combines tender grilled meat with a creamy eggplant and yogurt base, reflecting the region's love for bold flavors and fresh ingredients. Traditionally served at gatherings, it has gained popularity in Turkish restaurants worldwide, showcasing the delightful fusion of textures and tastes.

TurkishTRmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500g lamb mince (at least 20% fat, shoulder cut)
salt to taste (around 1-2 tsp)
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves crushed
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp dried parsley
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp red pepper paste
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium aubergine
1 tbsp olive oil (for aubergine puree)
salt to taste (for aubergine puree)
1.5 tbsp toum/garlic mayo
1.5 tbsp yogurt
50g butter
1 tsp red pepper flakes (for spiced butter)
cold yogurt for plating

lamb or beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork is often less expensive.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt provides more protein and creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is cost-effective.

pita bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: tortillas

Whole grain bread adds fiber, while tortillas are often cheaper.

1

Prepare the kofte kebab mixture by combining lamb mince, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, red pepper paste, and olive oil in a bowl.

2

Shape the mixture into kebabs and place them in the air fryer.

3

Cook the kebabs in the air fryer until cooked through, ensuring they are juicy and slightly charred.

4

For the aubergine puree, roast the aubergine until soft, then scoop out the flesh and blend with olive oil, salt, toum, and yogurt until smooth.

5

Prepare the spiced butter by melting the butter and mixing in red pepper flakes.

6

Plate the kebabs with the aubergine puree and drizzle with spiced butter, serving with cold yogurt on the side.

Cooking Techniques

grillingroastingsautéingmixing

Equipment Needed

air fryermixing bowlblender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

ketolow-carb

Also Known As

Ali Nazik KebabAlinazik

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