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Viral Homemade Doner Kebab Recipe (No Rotisserie Needed)

A tall stack of layered flatbread filled with seasoned ground meat, resembling homemade doner kebab, served on a white plate.
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Make this viral homemade doner kebab in your oven. This recipe delivers juicy, flavorful meat with authentic Turkish spices, perfect for wraps or bowls without needing a vertical rotisserie.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs ground beef or lamb (80/20 blend recommended)
  • 1 small onion, grated and squeezed dry
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Pita bread, lettuce, tomato, onion, and your favorite sauce for serving

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 meat, grated onion, yogurt, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and cayenne pepper if using.
  3. Mix the ingredients thoroughly with your hands until everything is evenly distributed. Do not overmix.
  4. Shape the seasoned meat mixture into a compact loaf or rectangular block on the prepared baking sheet. The shape should be relatively uniform for even cooking.
  5. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and the meat is cooked through.
  6. Remove the meat from the oven and let it rest on the sheet for 10 minutes. This helps keep the juices inside.
  7. Using a sharp, thin knife, carefully slice the meat as thinly as possible against the grain to create shavings that resemble traditional doner meat.
  8. Warm your pita bread. Assemble your doner kebab wraps or bowls with the sliced meat, fresh lettuce, tomato, onion, and your preferred garlic sauce or tzatziki.

Notes

  • For the juiciest texture, use ground meat with at least 20% fat content.
  • If you prefer a crispier edge, place the sliced meat under the broiler for 1-2 minutes after resting, watching closely to prevent burning.
  • To make a quick garlic sauce, mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup plain yogurt, 2 minced garlic cloves, a splash of water, salt, and pepper.

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