Quick Turkish Beef Doner with Charred Veg
Sliced beef, spiced and seared until crispy-edged, served in warm pita with grilled peppers, tomatoes, pickled onions, and a bright parsley salad. Restaurant-style in 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Toss sliced red onion with 3 tbsp vinegar, a pinch of salt, and let sit while you prep.
Step 2
Halve the bell pepper and tomatoes. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering.
Step 3
Sear beef slices in batches 90 seconds per side — don't stir — until edges brown and char.
Step 4
Season beef with salt, pepper, and 1 tsp cumin or sumac. Push to the side; char pepper and tomato halves 2–3 minutes per side until blistered.
Step 5
Toss parsley with lemon juice, salt, and olive oil. Warm pita in the skillet 30 seconds per side until soft and pliable.
Step 6
Assemble pitas: fill with beef, charred veg, pickled onions, and parsley salad. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large 12-inch skillet or cast iron pan
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- small bowl for pickling
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