How to Make Middle Eastern Food, Iraqi Kebab I طريقة عمل الكباب العراقي

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

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

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

pita bread

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pita

💰Cheaper: flatbread

Whole wheat pita offers more fiber, while flatbread is often less expensive.

fresh mint

🥗Healthier: dried mint

💰Cheaper: none

Dried mint is more shelf-stable and can be used as a substitute.

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

Mix ground lamb with finely chopped onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.

Add olive oil and lemon juice to the meat mixture and combine thoroughly.

Shape the meat mixture onto the soaked skewers, pressing firmly to adhere.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

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

Remove kebabs from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.

Serve kebabs with warm pita bread, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and a sprinkle of sumac.

Garnish with fresh mint and chili flakes before serving.

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