Authentic Turkish Adana Kebab Recipe
Adana Kebab is a famous Turkish dish made with spicy minced meat, grilled to perfection on skewers. This juicy and flavorful kebab is a must-try for lovers of Turkish cuisine
Ingredients
- 500 gram minced lamb (or beef)
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp sumac
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp chili paste (optional)
- Metal or wooden skewers (if using wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine minced meat, grated onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, paprika, sumac, cumin, black pepper, salt, olive oil, parsley, and chili paste.
- Mix well using your hands until the mixture is fully combined and slightly sticky.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
- Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them onto skewers, pressing firmly to ensure they stick.
- Preheat the grill or barbecue to medium-high heat.
- Grill the kebabs for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and slightly charred.
- Serve hot with pita bread, rice, grilled vegetables, and a side of yogurt sauce.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use high-quality minced lamb with some fat content.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can cook the kebabs in a cast-iron pan over medium heat.