Turkish kebab

Ingredients:

For the Kebabs:

500g (1 lb) ground lamb or beef

1 small sized onion, grated

Black tea seasoning-15g

2 cloves garlic, minced

cumin-5g

smoked paprika-5g

Cinnamon-5g

black pepper-2.5g

Salt-2.5g

Fresh parsley-15g, chopped

Fresh mint-15g, chopped

For Serving:

Warm flatbreads or pita

Yogurt sauce (yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt)

Chopped fresh vegetables (e.g., tomatoes, onions, cucumbers)

Fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or mint)

Instructions:

Prepare the Kebab Mixture:

In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, grated onion, garlic, black tea seasoning, cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, black pepper, salt, parsley, and mint.

Shape the Kebabs:

Divide the meat mixture into equal portions and shape them into elongated kebabs or patties. You can thread them onto skewers if desired.

Cook the Kebabs:

Grill the kebabs over medium heat, turning occasionally, until cooked through (about 8-10 minutes). Alternatively, you can cook them in a grill pan or bake them in the oven at 200°C (400°F) for 15-20 minutes.

Prepare the Accompaniments:

While the kebabs cook, warm the flatbreads and prepare the yogurt sauce and chopped vegetables.

Assemble and Serve:

Place the kebabs on warm flatbreads, drizzle with yogurt sauce, and top with fresh vegetables and herbs. Serve immediately.