Beef Doner Kebab

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Ground beef (80/20 lean)
• 1 medium Yellow onion, grated and drained
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 pieces Pita bread

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the ground beef in a food processor and pulse until it reaches a smooth, paste-like consistency.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the beef paste with the grated onion, minced garlic, yogurt, and all spices.

3. 3

   Knead the mixture by hand for 5 minutes to ensure the proteins bind and the texture becomes elastic.

4. 4

   Form the meat into a tight, uniform log shape and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap; refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

5. 5

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and place the meat log on a wire rack over a baking sheet.

6. 6

   Bake for 50-60 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

7. 7

   Let the meat rest for 10 minutes, then use a very sharp knife to shave off thin, ribbon-like slices.

8. 8

   Quickly sear the shaved slices in a hot pan with a drop of oil for crispy edges before serving in pita.