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Turkish Kebab Authentic Flavor, Zero Effort

This is a fantastic recipe to round out our collection! We’re moving from the sweet side of the kitchen to the heart of the grill with a Sheet-Pan Turkish Kebab.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • Ground Beef: 2.2 lbs 1 kg, 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio
  • Red Bell Peppers: 2 finely minced
  • Green Bell Peppers: 2 finely minced
  • Onion: 1 medium yellow finely minced
  • Garlic: 4 cloves pressed or minced
  • Parsley: 1 handful finely chopped
  • Spices: 1 tsp salt 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp chili flakes, ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Prepare Aromatics: Finely mince the red peppers, green peppers, onion, garlic, and parsley. Squeeze out excess moisture if the vegetables are very watery.
  • Combine: Place the ground beef directly onto a large, rimmed baking sheet. Add the minced vegetables and all the spices.
  • Knead: Knead the mixture by hand directly on the tray for 2–3 minutes until the meat is tacky and the vegetables are evenly distributed.
  • Spread: Press the meat mixture firmly into an even layer, covering the entire surface of the baking sheet.
  • Score: Cut the meat into long vertical strips using a knife or spatula. Make light, decorative cross-cuts on the top of each strip.
  • Bake: Place the tray on the lowest rack of a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F). Use the fan/convection setting if available.
  • Cook: Bake for approximately 1 hour, checking occasionally until the meat is browned and the edges are slightly charred.
  • Rest & Serve: Let the kebab rest for 5 minutes before lifting the strips to serve with flatbread or rice.