Viral Parchment Doner Kebab
Seasoned meat pressed flat, wrapped tightly in parchment and baked into a juicy sliceable kebab loaf — no spit, no rotisserie.
In a nutshell: This authentic middle eastern viral parchment doner kebab comes together in just 1 hr 15 mins using simple whole ingredients. The chef's secret: grated onion disappears into the meat and keeps the loaf juicy without weak spots. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
Viral parchment doner kebab: seasoned meat pressed flat, wrapped in parchment and baked into a juicy sliceable loaf. No spit needed.
Key Equipment
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- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Aluminium foil
- Sharp knife
Chef's Pro-Tips
- Grate the onion, do not chop it: grated onion disappears into the meat and keeps the loaf juicy without weak spots.
- Wrap tightly: a loose parcel lets the juices escape and the loaf dries out instead of steaming.
- Rest before slicing: 10 minutes lets the juices settle so thin slices hold together instead of crumbling.
Ingredients
4
servings
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1 ½ lb ground beef, or half beef, half lamb
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1 yellow onion, finely grated
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp ground coriander
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½ tsp dried oregano
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¼ tsp chilli flakes
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1 tsp kosher salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp tomato paste
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4 flatbreads, or pita, for serving
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1 cup garlic sauce, or garlic yogurt, for serving
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1 tomato, sliced, for serving
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1 cup shredded lettuce, for serving
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Mix the Meat
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Combine the beef, grated onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, coriander, oregano, chilli flakes, salt, pepper and tomato paste. Mix with your hands just until combined.
Press Flat in Parchment
Lay a large sheet of parchment on the counter and press the meat into a flat rectangle about 1 inch thick. Fold the parchment tightly over the meat like a parcel, then wrap the whole parcel in foil.
Bake the Loaf
Place on a baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes until the centre reaches 160°F. The parchment traps the juices, so the loaf steams in its own flavour.
Sear for Crispy Edges
Unwrap, pour off any excess juices, and sear the loaf in a dry hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until browned at the edges. This is what gives it the doner-shop crust.
Slice and Serve
Rest for 10 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain. Pile into warm flatbreads with garlic sauce, tomato and lettuce.
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
Yes — keep it wrapped and fry the parcel in a covered skillet over medium heat for about 20 minutes, turning once, then unwrap and sear.
Yes — ground chicken or turkey work with the same spices. Cook to 165°F and handle gently, as poultry loaves are softer.
Tortilla kebabs are mince rolled inside tortillas and seared; this is a flat loaf baked in parchment and sliced, with no tortilla at all.
Yes — bake the loaf up to 2 days ahead, refrigerate, then slice cold and reheat the slices in a hot skillet for the best texture.
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