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Homemade Doner Kebab with pita bread and white sauce
Learn how to make an authentic doner kebab at home: soft pita bread, marinated meat (poultry and veal) cooked in the oven on a spit, and homemade mint white sauce. A simple version, without a rotisserie, ideal for a convivial meal.
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Critical Success Points
- • Let the dough rise for 1 hour to achieve an airy texture
- • Marinate the meat for at least 30 minutes for tenderness and flavor
- • Secure the spit firmly with a cork to prevent it from sliding during cooking
- • Turn the meat every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking
Safety Warnings
- • Handle raw meat with separate utensils to avoid cross‑contamination
- • Be careful of hot surfaces of the oven (200 °C) and the skillet
- • If you use wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning
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