Iskender Kebab is a famous Turkish dish consisting of thinly sliced lamb or beef served with a tomato-based sauce, yogurt, and pita bread. It is a delicious and hearty meal that's perfect for dinner.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
30min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 50 g butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 500 g lamb or beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 pita bread
- 200 g plain yogurt
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 100 ml water
Directions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the thinly sliced lamb or beef and cook until browned.
Step 3
Season the meat with salt and black pepper. Remove from pan and keep warm.
Step 4
In the same pan, melt the butter. Add the tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Step 5
Add water to the pan, stirring to combine with the tomato paste. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 6
Toast the pita bread in a toaster or oven until crispy.
Step 7
Cut the pita bread into small pieces and place on serving plates.
Step 8
Top the pita bread with the cooked meat.
Step 9
Pour the tomato sauce over the meat and pita bread.
Step 10
Serve with a generous dollop of plain yogurt and garnish with minced garlic.