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TURKISH ADANA KEBAB RECIPE | TURKISH KEBAB WITHOUT GRILL || by Aqsa's Cuisine

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Turkish Adana Kebab

Cultural Context

Originating from the city of Adana in southern Turkey, Adana Kebab is a beloved street food that reflects the region's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally made with spicy minced lamb, it is often served with fresh vegetables and flatbread, highlighting the simplicity and bold flavors of Turkish cuisine. Today, Adana Kebab is enjoyed worldwide, with various adaptations that cater to local tastes.

TurkishTRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 kg beef/mutton/lamb mince (70% meat 30% fat)
1 medium red bell pepper
5-6 cloves garlic
1 large onion
1/2 bunch or 1/2 cup parsley or coriander
3/4 tbsp salt or to taste
1 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp sumac (substitute: 1 tbsp pomegranate powder or 2 tbsp lemon juice with 1/8 tsp lemon zest)
1/2 tbsp coriander powder
1 tsp cumin powder
2 tsp red chilli
1 tsp paprika powder
2-3 tbsp oil for frying
1 large onion (for salad)
1 large tomato (for salad)
2-4 tbsp parsley or coriander (for salad)
2 tbsp lemon juice (for salad)
1/2 tsp sumac or 1/4 tsp black pepper (for salad)

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

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

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

flatbread

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pita

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole wheat pita adds fiber, while white bread is more economical.

sumac

🥗Healthier: lemon zest

💰Cheaper: citric acid

Lemon zest provides a similar tangy flavor at a lower cost.

1

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

2

Combine ground lamb, finely chopped red bell pepper, onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, paprika, black pepper, and salt in a large bowl.

3

Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

4

Divide the mixture into equal portions and mold onto the soaked skewers.

5

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

6

Brush the skewers lightly with olive oil.

7

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

8

Serve the kebabs with warm flatbread, sliced tomatoes, onions, and lemon wedges.

9

Sprinkle sumac over the kebabs before serving for added flavor.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrilling

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Adana KebabKebap Adana

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