- Can I use turkey?
- Yes, turkey thigh is an excellent alternative, similarly succulent to pork or beef.
Yoghurt kebab
This recipe is the hero of weekdays: quick, simple, yet it brings the atmosphere of Eastern bazaars. The contrast between the spiced meat and the cool, tart yoghurt makes it exciting, while the freshness of parsley ensures lightness.
Ingredients
500
g
Beef (e.g. sirloin or rump)
1
whole
Red onion
2
cloves
Garlic
2
tbsp
Olive oil
1
tsp
Ground cumin
1
tsp
Paprika
200
g
Natural yoghurt
1
tsp
Salt
1
pinch
Black pepper
1
bunch
Fresh parsley
4
whole
Pita breads
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Equipment Needed
- Frying pan
- Chopping board
- Knife
Allergen Information
Milk
Cereals containing gluten
Instructions
1
✓
Cut the meat into bite-sized cubes or strips. Mix with the oil and spices.
Tip: Always cut meat across the grain so it is more tender when chewed.
2
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Finely chop the onion and garlic, and mix into the meat.
Tip: The sulphur compounds in the onion caramelise during cooking, adding sweetness to the meat.
3
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Fry the meat in a hot frying pan until browned, shaking occasionally.
Tip: High heat quickly seals the pores of the meat (though this is a myth, actually searing is important for flavour).
4
✓
Warm the pitas. Serve the meat on the pita, generously poured over with yoghurt.
Tip: The proteins in the yoghurt coat the tongue, soothing the heat of the spices.
5
✓
Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Tip: Garnish and flavour in one.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 500 g Beef (e.g. sirloin or rump)
- 1 whole Red onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 200 g Natural yoghurt
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 pinch Black pepper
- 1 bunch Fresh parsley
- 4 whole Pita breads