Make a Homemade Doner Kebab better than any takeaway
Make a Homemade Doner Kebab better than any takeaway is a easy Turkish recipe that serves 4. 550 calories per serving. Recipe by Cooking for the missus on YouTube.
Prep: 18 min | Cook: 4 hrs | Total: 4 hrs 30 min
Cost: $12.77 total, $3.19 per serving
Ingredients
- 1.5 teaspoons Mixed Herbs (dried mixed herbs (e.g., thyme, oregano, rosemary))
- 3 teaspoons Onion Salt (onion powder mixed with salt)
- 3 teaspoons Garlic Powder (granulated garlic powder)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (adds smoky flavor)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 kilogram Lamb Mince (good-quality, 80% lean)
- 1 sheet Aluminum Foil (heavy‑duty aluminum foil)
Instructions
Gather and Measure Ingredients
Measure all spices and lamb mince, have foil ready.
Time: PT5M
Season the Lamb
In a large mixing bowl combine lamb mince with mixed herbs, onion salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly with hands until evenly distributed.
Time: PT5M
Shape the Kebab Loaf
Form the seasoned meat into a tight, elongated loaf or large sausage shape, about 3‑4 inches in diameter.
Time: PT5M
Wrap in Foil
Wrap the meat loaf tightly in heavy‑duty aluminum foil, sealing all edges like a present to retain juices.
Time: PT3M
Slow Cook
Place the foil‑wrapped loaf in the slow cooker, set to High, and cook for 4 hours.
Time: PT4H
Rest and Slice
After cooking, carefully remove the foil (it will be hot), let the meat rest 5 minutes, then unwrap and slice as thinly as possible.
Time: PT5M
Serve
Serve the sliced kebab in pita, flatbread, or over salad, with your favorite sauces.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 35g
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Fat
- 45g
- Fiber
- 0g
Dietary info: Gluten-Free, High-Protein, Keto-friendly
Last updated: April 7, 2026






