Homemade doner kebab
Our recipe for homemade doner kebab with cottage cheese dressing lets you enjoy a delicious street food classic in the comfort of your own home – and with an unconventional yet utterly satisfying cottage cheese and butter bean dressing to complement the meat. Ideal for a satisfying dinner for the whole family or an indulgent supper for one, our recipe for doner kebab with cottage cheese dressing will bring smiles all around.
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Ingredients
Kebab
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350 g
Beef mince
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2 tsp
Paprika powder
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2 tsp
Cumin
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1 tsp
Ground coriander
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20 g
Parsley
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1 tsp
Salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
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10 g
Chia seeds
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Dressing
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1 tin
Butter beans (240 g drained weight)
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30 g
Parsley, finely chopped
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½ tsp
Salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
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To serve
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250 g
Pointed cabbages, finely shredded
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300 g
Carrots, cut into thin strips
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60 g
Parsley, roughly chopped
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40 g
Pickled cucumbers
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4
Wholemeal tortillas
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Instructions
Kebab
Dressing
To serve
Recipe tips
It’s often the small details that make the biggest impact in the kitchen, so we’re sharing the tips we rely on when cooking and creating recipes
Opt for cabbage and carrots that are as fresh and crunchy as possible to get the best result. The cabbage should feel crisp and be free from bruises and soft areas. The carrots should be bright orange and have no bruises either. This way, the vegetables will provide a refreshing, crispy element to balance the soft dressing and rich meat.
Roll out the meat mixture to a thickness of 3-5 mm to ensure even cooking and prevent the exterior edges from drying out. Spread the meat out to 2.5 cm thick, then flatten it further with a rolling pin or a clean jar. Making the meat thin makes it easy to shred later, creating the texture of traditional street-style doner kebabs.
Allow the meat to rest in the fridge for 10-15 minutes after you have rolled it with baking paper. This helps the rolls hold their shape and produce a more uniform result.
FAQ: Questions about doner kebab
Whether it is your first time cooking a doner kebab or you are feeling a bit rusty, our FAQs are here to guide you to glory. Our homemade beef doner kebab with cottage cheese dressing will become a favourite right away.
Can I prepare the rolled kebab meat in advance?
Yes, you can make the meat rolls for the doner kebab recipe in advance by mixing the beef with spices and forming it into rolls a few hours ahead of time. Once shaped, place the rolls on a plate or tray and refrigerate them until needed.
How do I store leftover doner kebab with cottage cheese dressing?
Store each element separately in airtight containers in the fridge to retain the quality and have everything ready for a quick lunch or dinner. The kebab meat and cottage cheese dressing can be kept for 2-3 days, and the vegetables will stay fresh for 3-5 days. If you freeze the meat, it will keep for about 1 month. If you cannot finish your prepared doner kebab with cottage cheese dressing, you can wrap it tightly and store it in the fridge until the next day, though this may alter the flavour and texture of both the tortilla and the fillings.
Nutritional values per serving
Energy:
260 Kcal
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| Fibre | - | 6.2 g |
| Protein | 37.6 % | 24.1 g |
| Fat | 45.9 % | 13.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 16.5 % | 10.6 g |
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Try your hand at a homemade doner kebab with cottage cheese dressing
Bring the vibrant flavours of Turkish street food to your own kitchen with our straightforward recipe. Featuring familiar ingredients and a simple cooking method, our recipe for doner kebab is one to keep close by for moments when only a succulent meat-filled tortilla with a soft dressing will suffice.
Rolled and baked beef with classic doner spices
Richness and deep flavour are secured by succulent, spiced beef, enhanced with paprika, cumin, and coriander. Fresh parsley brings flavour and a bit of colour, while chia seeds, added towards the end, contribute an enticing texture.
A doner kebab is a work of art, celebrating Turkish-style ground meat at its finest. As the beef bakes, sweet, spicy aromas will fill the air, preparing guests to be transported to the heart of Istanbul as they take their first bite of warm doner kebab with cottage cheese dressing.
Crisp vegetables tucked into warm tortillas
Tortillas are the perfect base for the doner kebab as they can be stuffed to the brim and folded for easy eating. Within the tortilla lies succulent meat and a selection of fresh, raw vegetables. We think finely shredded cabbage and thinly sliced carrots work perfectly, along with pickled cucumber for a tangy, sour hit. A satisfying crunch and natural sweetness offer a welcome change in texture and flavour against the bolder spiced meat. A final sprinkling of chopped parsley adds an aesthetic green garnish and fresh taste.
If you like recipes with tortillas, you might also want to try our chicken wraps with beans, fish tacos with cod, or black bean tacos.
Incredibly creamy and herby cottage cheese dressing
Along with the meat and raw veggies, we have also created a creamy dressing that complements the doner kebab like a dream. The dressing is made of cottage cheese, butter beans, fresh parsley, and simple seasoning. Introducing a smooth, mellow touch to every bite, the dressing combines earthiness and a subtle tang, complementing the beef with a cool, silky texture. Thick and decadent, the dressing can be spread inside the tortilla or dolloped on top.
Serve with chips, seasoned rice, and other sides
Are you wondering what to serve alongside your doner kebab? The options are endless. Chips work perfectly and can even be added to the inside of the tortilla if desired. Seasoned rice or cauliflower rice is a filling and delicious option as well. A grilled vegetable platter with peppers, aubergines, and courgettes offers a rainbow of colour and sweet flavours, while this chickpea spinach salad with beans and avocado brings an inviting, green medley to the table.
Explore ideas of your own
Making doner kebab with cottage cheese dressing at home is a fun, creative process where you can bring your own flair and experiment with a myriad of ingredients. Try adding different toppings, for example, thinly sliced onions with sumac for a tangy, authentic flavour or diced fresh tomatoes and cucumbers for juicy sweetness. For a kick of spice, drizzle hot sauce over the kebab or add some thinly sliced fresh chilli to the tortillas. Or make your own kebab sauce with sriracha sauce and carbonated orange drink.
Classic toppings like onions or sumac make the doner kebab recipe more traditional. Thinly slice red or white onions, layering them with the other vegetables for a crunchy texture and bold flavour. Sumac brings a tangy lemon edge and can be sprinkled over the filled tortilla or mixed with the onions.
No matter how you chose to alter the recipe, you can find plenty of inspiration for more delicious lunch and dinner recipes in our collections high-protein, high-fibre recipes, high-protein, high-fibre lunch, and high-protein, high-fibre dinner.
