Best Turkey Kebabs With Urfa Pepper Recipes

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TURKISH URFA KEBAB



Turkish Urfa Kebab image

Urfa Kebab has a chocolate aroma with mild heat from Urfa pepper. Both can be widely found in Southern Turkey. The irregular shaped flakes of Urfa biber, also known as Isot pepper, are a versatile condiment that can be sprinkled on cheese, salad, or vegetables of any kind for a new distinct flavor. They might become a favorite condiment in your kitchen.

Provided by SpiceBreeze

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground meat (e.g. lamb or beef)
1/2 yellow or orange bell pepper (finely chopped)
1 large tomato (finely chopped)
2 tbsp parsley (finely chopped)
2 cups yogurt (plain )
skewers*
2 cloves garlic (grated)
1 lemon (for juice)
oil
salt
Urfa biber flakes
lettuce of your choice (shredded)
flatbread (e.g. pita or lavash or cooked rice)

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt with 1-2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp oil, and a pinch of salt.
  • In a large BOWL, add bell pepper, tomatoes, parsley, garlic, Urfa Kebab spices, and salt to taste (1 tsp recommended).
  • It's best when all ingredients are very finely chopped.
  • However, don't use a food processor to avoid making a paste.
  • Mix well. Add meat.
  • Knead thoroughly for 5-10 minutes.
  • Wrap 2 tbsp of meat tightly around each skewer.
  • In a PAN, heat 2 tbsp oil over medium-high heat.
  • Fry kebab until crisp and cooked through.
  • Serve kebab in bread or with rice and topped with lettuce and yogurt sauce.
  • Enjoy!

RECIPE FOR MINI URFA KEBAB



Recipe For Mini Urfa Kebab image

If you love grilled meats, try this recipe for Turkish 'Urfa' kebab made with ground beef at your next barbecue.

Provided by Elizabeth Taviloglu

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ pounds ground beef, 80% lean
2 plain hamburger or hot dog buns, or similar kind of soft, white bread
1 egg
3 tsp. salt
2 tsp. black pepper
2 tbsp. garlic powder
2 tbsp. onion powder
1 tbsp. cumin powder
1 tbsp. sweet paprika
1/3 cup chopped Italian parsley leaves
¼ cup chopped dill weed
25 wooden skewers

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Begin by placing the wooden skewers in a pan of water. Let them soak while you prepare the meat. This will prevent the exposed portions from burning while they cook on the grill.
  • Wash the parsley and dill weed and shake out the excess water. Remove the stems and save the leaves. Chop the leaves finely and put them in a large mixing bowl or a stand mixer.
  • Add the remaining ingredients. Using the dough hook attachment, turn the stand mixer on low. Let the mixer knead the ingredients together for about 20 minutes. Push the meat that runs up the sides of the bowl back into the center several times during the mixing process. This will ensure a more even mixture.
  • If you don't have a stand mixer, wear rubber gloves and knead all the ingredients together by hand for about 20 minutes.
  • When the meat mixture takes on the consistency of dough, you know it's ready. Cover the meat mixture with plastic wrap right in the mixing bowl and rest it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  • While the grill is firing up, divide the meat mixture into 25 equal parts. Holding a skewer in one hand, pick up one ball of meat with the other. By opening and closing your palm and fingers, mold the meatball along the stick to make a long narrow tube. You can taper the ends slightly if you wish so it adheres to the stick even better.
  • Place the 'kebabs' in rows on top of one another until you're ready to grill them. They only take a few minutes on each side to cook, so make sure you have the rest of your meal prepared accordingly.
  • If you're using a charcoal grill, let the coals burn down a little for a gentle, even heat. With a gas grill, let it preheat on high, then set it on a medium flame for cooking.
  • Place each skewer at a slight diagonal to the lines on the grill grate. This will give it nice sear lines where they touch the grill. Close the top and let the 'kebabs' cook for 3 to 5 minutes on one side. Using tongs, flip each one gently to the opposite diagonal to brown the other side.
  • Eat your 'Urfa' kebabs directly off the grill. For garnish, you can also grill hot green peppers and tomato wedges. Serve with potatoes, rice pilaf or bulgur wheat pilaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1230 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 5 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

TURKEY CLUB KEBABS



Turkey Club Kebabs image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 kebabs

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds skinless, boneless turkey breast, cut into 2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for the grill
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
12 slices bacon
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Split French bread rolls, Little Gem lettuce and halved grape tomatoes, for serving

Steps:

  • Make the kebabs: Combine the turkey, vegetable oil, lemon zest, paprika and 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper in a large bowl; toss to coat.
  • Preheat a grill to medium. Thread the turkey onto six 12-inch skewers. Wrap 2 bacon slices around each skewer, overlapping slightly, to cover the turkey.
  • Brush the grill grates with vegetable oil. Grill the kebabs, turning often, until the turkey is cooked through and the bacon is crisp, about 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the dressing: Combine the mayonnaise, buttermilk, lemon juice and parsley in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve the kebabs in rolls with lettuce and tomatoes; drizzle with the dressing.

TURKEY PEPPER KABOBS



Turkey Pepper Kabobs image

This is a summertime favorite at our house. While the turkey is a nice change of pace and tastes great with the sweet basting sauce and pineapple, the recipe also works well with cubed chicken.-Traci Goodman, Paducah, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 pound turkey breast tenderloins, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large sweet onion, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice. For marinade, mix brown sugar, oil, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, mustard and reserved juice. , In another bowl, toss turkey with 1/3 cup marinade; refrigerate, covered, 2-3 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., On eight metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread turkey, vegetables and pineapple chunks; discard remaining marinade in bowl. Place kabobs on an oiled grill rack over medium heat. Grill, covered, until turkey is no longer pink, 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally; baste frequently with reserved marinade during the last 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TURKEY KOFTA KABOBS



Turkey Kofta Kabobs image

My Persian neighbor introduced me to kofta about 20 years ago. His were made of beef and I never actually got his recipe but I'm pretty good at replicating flavors and these came pretty close...and of course using turkey instead of beef makes these a lot lighter.

Provided by Susan

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground turkey
1 small onion, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 egg
¼ teaspoon chopped green chile pepper
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
¼ teaspoon chili powder
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine ground turkey, onion, garlic, cilantro, egg, chile pepper, coriander, paprika, chili powder, and salt together in a large bowl; mix thoroughly.
  • Divide turkey mixture into twelve 1/4-cup portions, roll into log-shaped ovals, and place on a baking sheet.
  • Grill ovals over indirect heat on middle rack, turning occasionally, until no longer pink in the center, 25 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.6 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 41.5 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 8.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 40.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

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