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Viral Homemade Doner Kebab: Juicy, Crispy Street Food Style (No Rotisserie Needed)

Close-up of thinly sliced, richly seasoned meat ready for homemade doner kebab.
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Make this easy homemade doner kebab in your oven. This recipe delivers juicy, flavorful meat with crispy edges, replicating authentic Turkish street food without needing a vertical spit.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped or grated
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Harissa paste
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Parchment paper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped onion, Greek yogurt, and Harissa paste.
  3. Add the salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder to the bowl.
  4. Mix all ingredients thoroughly by hand until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Place the meat mixture onto the prepared parchment paper.
  6. Cover the meat with a second sheet of parchment paper.
  7. Use a rolling pin to flatten the meat into a thin, even rectangle, aiming for about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thickness. The thinner you press it, the crispier the edges will be.
  8. Remove the top layer of parchment paper.
  9. Tightly roll the meat lengthwise, using the bottom parchment paper to help you create a compact log shape.
  10. Place the rolled meat log seam-side down onto the baking sheet.
  11. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches safe levels and the outside is browned.
  12. Remove the meat from the oven. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
  13. Carefully unroll the meat log.
  14. Use two forks or a sharp knife to shave the meat thinly against the grain, creating your doner kebab shavings.
  15. Serve immediately in pita bread or wraps with your preferred toppings and sauces.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can substitute half the ground beef with ground lamb.
  • If you prefer a slightly crispier exterior, place the meat log directly on a wire rack set over the baking sheet before baking.
  • This recipe is excellent for meal prepping; store the cooked, shaved meat in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve this as a quick weeknight kebab dinner for an easy fakeaway meal.

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