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Close-up of a homemade doner kebab wrap showing juicy beef, sauce, and fresh vegetables inside soft bread

Döner Kebab Sandwich

A flavorful and easy Doner Kebab made with seasoned ground beef, fresh herbs, and a rich tahini sauce.Perfect for a quick homemade meal, wrapped in tortilla bread and loaded with fresh toppings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ~2 cups loosely packed ground beef
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tortilla bread pieces
  • 1/2 cup tahini sauce
  • 3 tbsp pomegranate molasses
  • 3 tbsp red pepper paste
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp sumac
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium tomato diced
  • 3 green chili peppers sliced

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Food processor
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling pin
  • Knife
  • Oven
  • Grill pan (optional)

Method
 

Prepare the Meat Mixture
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
  2. Add the vegetable oil and the finely processed onion.
  3. Knead the mixture thoroughly by hand until well combined.
  4. Add one tablespoon of yogurt and continue mixing until the texture is smooth and slightly elastic.
Shape the Meat
  1. Place a large sheet of parchment paper on your work surface.
  2. Place the meat mixture in the center and cover it with a second sheet of parchment paper.
  3. Using a rolling pin, roll the meat out as thin as possible across the entire sheet.
  4. Remove the top layer of parchment and carefully roll the thin meat sheet into a tight log (cylinder) shape.
First Bake
  1. Place the meat log on a baking sheet.
  2. Arrange halved tomatoes and whole green chilies around the meat.
  3. Drizzle everything with olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Bake in a preheated oven at 210°C–220°C (410°F–430°F) for approximately 15 minutes or until the meat is fully cooked and the vegetables are charred.
Shred the Meat
  1. Once out of the oven, slice the roasted tomatoes into strips.
  2. Take the meat log and shred or "tear" it into thin, irregular strips to mimic the texture of shaved doner meat.
Assemble the Sandwich
  1. If desired, lightly toast your tortilla or flatbread on a grill pan to get char marks.
  2. Spread a layer of Biwas (parsley, onion, sumac) on the bread.
  3. Add the sliced roasted tomatoes and grilled chilies.
  4. Spread a small amount of chili paste, then pile on a generous amount of the shredded meat.
  5. Drizzle with Tarator (tahini sauce).
Final Crisp and Serve
  1. Roll the sandwich tightly.
  2. Mix a little chili paste with oil (or use the juices from the baking pan) and brush it over the outside of the bread.
  3. Place the rolled sandwiches back under the oven broiler/grill for 2–3 minutes until the bread is crispy and golden.
  4. Slice the sandwich into pieces, top with an extra drizzle of Tarator and a splash of pomegranate molasses and serve immediately.

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