Adana kebab is a popular Turkish dish named after the city of Adana in southern Turkey. It is a spicy, grilled kebab made from ground lamb or beef mixed with chili peppers and other seasonings. Here’s a recipe to make Adana kebab at home:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1 onion, grated
- 1-2 hot chili peppers, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground meat, grated onion, chopped chili peppers, minced garlic, tomato paste, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Wet your hands with water to prevent the meat from sticking to your hands. Take a handful of the meat mixture and mold it onto a skewer, flattening it out slightly.
- Repeat with the remaining meat mixture and skewers.
- Grill the kebabs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and charred on the outside.
- Serve the Adana kebabs hot with pita bread, salad, and your favorite dipping sauce.
Adana kebab is a delicious and spicy dish that is perfect for grilling season. The key to making flavorful Adana kebabs is to use fresh, high-quality ingredients and to let the meat marinate before grilling. You can adjust the amount of chili peppers to your desired level of spiciness.
