Turkish Adana Kebab

    Turkish Adana Kebab

    Spiced ground lamb skewers grilled over charcoal, served with flatbread, grilled vegetables, and yogurt.

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    35 minMedium4 servings

    Nutrition per serving

    480

    Calories

    30g

    Protein

    28g

    Carbs

    28g

    Fat

    Ingredients

    • 500gGround lamb
    • 1Onion, grated
    • 2 tspRed pepper flakes (Aleppo)
    • 1 tspCumin
    • 1 tspSumac
    • 4Flatbread
    • ½ cupYogurt
    • for servingGrilled tomatoes & peppers

    Instructions

    1. 1

      Mix lamb with grated onion (squeeze out excess liquid), pepper flakes, cumin, sumac, and salt. Knead well for 5 minutes.

    2. 2

      Refrigerate mixture 30 minutes for easier shaping.

    3. 3

      Mold meat around flat skewers in long, even shapes.

    4. 4

      Grill over high heat, turning every 2 minutes, for about 8 minutes total.

    5. 5

      Grill tomatoes and peppers alongside until charred.

    6. 6

      Serve on warm flatbread with yogurt, grilled vegetables, and sumac onions.

    Nutrition Facts

    Servings 4Serving Size 1

    Amount Per Serving

    Calories480

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat 28g36%
    Saturated Fat 8.4g42%
    Trans Fat 0g
    Cholesterol 25mg8%
    Sodium 310mg13%
    Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
    Dietary Fiber 2g7%
    Sugars 4.2g
    Protein 30g60%
    Vitamin A 200 IUVitamin C 28 mgCalcium 220 mgIron 1.2 mg

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    💡 Tips for Turkish Adana Kebab

    • • Let meat rest for 5 minutes after cooking to keep it juicy.

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