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Homemade Doner Kebab with spiced ground beef or lamb shaved meat fresh lettuce tomatoes onions and yogurt garlic sauce in pita bread

Homemade Doner Kebab

A juicy oven-baked doner kebab made from seasoned ground beef, shaped into a loaf and sliced thin. Easy to serve in flatbread, rice, or salad.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 large onion, grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Mix all ingredients until evenly combined.
  2. Shape into a loaf on a lined baking sheet.
  3. Bake until browned and fully cooked.
  4. Rest before slicing thinly and serving.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the meat.
  • Rest before slicing for cleaner pieces.
  • Reheat leftovers in the oven or skillet.
  • Store in the refrigerator up to 4 days.
  • Use a compact loaf shape for even baking.