Description
Juicy, spiced beef döner wrapped in soft pita with fresh veggies and creamy yogurt sauce, bringing the authentic taste of Turkish street food to your kitchen.
Ingredients
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For the Döner Marinade:
- 1 lb beef sirloin or lamb, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
For Assembly:
- 4 pita or lavash breads
- 1/2 cup tzatziki or garlic yogurt sauce
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon sumac
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 1/4 cup pickles, sliced
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, yogurt, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, oregano, coriander, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
- Add beef slices and coat well. Cover and marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight for deeper flavor).
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated beef for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and slightly crispy.
- In a separate bowl, toss red onion with parsley and sumac for extra flavor.
- Warm pita or lavash on a dry pan for a few seconds on each side.
- Spread tzatziki or garlic yogurt sauce on each pita.
- Add cooked beef, sumac-onion mixture, sliced tomatoes, and pickles.
- Fold and serve warm.
Notes
- Marinate overnight for maximum flavor and tenderness.
- Use lamb for a richer, more traditional taste.
- Pair with a side of Turkish rice pilaf or a fresh Mediterranean salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (+1 hour marination)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling / Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Calories: 420 kcal per serving
