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20-Min Halabi Lamb Kebab

Tender ground lamb seasoned with warm spices, griddled until crispy-edged, and served on soft pita with garlicky yogurt and fresh tomato. A Syrian street-food classic that tastes like you spent hours, but takes less than 20 minutes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
38g
20-Min Halabi Lamb Kebab
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix yogurt with minced garlic and a pinch of salt; set aside.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Add minced onion and cook 2 minutes until softened and starting to brown.

  4. Step 4

    Add ground lamb and spice blend, breaking up with a spoon until no pink remains, about 6 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Fold in diced tomato and cook 1 minute until heated through; season with salt and pepper to taste.

  6. Step 6

    Warm pita briefly in the skillet. Divide kebab between pita, top with garlicky yogurt, and serve.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • wooden spoon
  • small bowl

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