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Sheftali Kebab

Cultural Context

Originating from Cyprus, Sheftali Kebab is a beloved dish that reflects the island's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally made with ground lamb, it is often enjoyed during family gatherings and festive occasions. The dish showcases the use of aromatic spices and fresh herbs, making it a flavorful representation of Cypriot cuisine. Today, variations can be found across the Mediterranean, appealing to those who enjoy grilled meats.

CypriotCYmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
7 kg lamb meat
2.5 kg onions
1 bunch parsley
70 g salt
black pepper
call fat
flatbread
greens
salad

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is thicker and higher in protein, while sour cream is often cheaper.

pita bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain pita

💰Cheaper: flatbread

Whole grain pita offers more fiber, while flatbread can be less expensive.

1

Soak call fat in cold water with a bit of vinegar.

2

Prepare the lamb by deboning and separating shoulder and leg parts.

3

Grind the lamb meat through a medium hold plate of the meat grinder.

4

Chop 2.5 kg of peeled onions in a mixer.

5

Chop the parsley by hand without crushing it.

6

Mix the ground lamb with chopped onions, parsley, black pepper, and 70 g of salt thoroughly.

7

Shape the kebab mixture into an egg form and wrap it with call fat.

8

Place the kebabs on an aluminum tray, ensuring they are not too close together.

9

Preheat the oven to high heat and bake the kebabs for about 30 minutes until golden brown.

10

Optionally, apply a smoking technique for added flavor.

11

Serve the kebabs wrapped in flatbread with greens and salad.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrillingskewering

Equipment Needed

meat grindermixeraluminum trayoven

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Sheftali KebabCypriot Kebab

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