Satisfy your craving for a flavorful and protein-packed favorite with this Keto Authentic Doner Kebab recipe! Combining a rich blend of ground lamb and beef, infused with aromatic spices like cumin, paprika, and oregano, this low-carb take on a classic has all the traditional Mediterranean flavors you love without the carbs. The succulent meat is formed into a loaf, oven-baked to perfection, and sliced thin for that iconic doner kebab experience. Paired with a refreshing homemade yogurt-mint sauce and served atop crisp lettuce wraps alongside fresh tomatoes, this keto-friendly meal is as delicious as it is guilt-free. Simple to prepare, ready in under 1 hour, and perfect for meal prep or a satisfying dinner, this dish proves you don't need pita bread to enjoy the authentic doner kebab taste.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
Grate the onion and garlic, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean cloth or paper towel.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, ground beef, grated onion, grated garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, black pepper, and salt.
Add the egg to the meat mixture and mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape and place it on a lined baking tray.
Brush the loaf with olive oil to keep it moist during cooking.
Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches at least 75°C (167°F).
While the meat is cooking, prepare the yogurt sauce by combining Greek yogurt, finely chopped mint leaves, lemon juice, and grated cucumber (squeeze out cucumber moisture if necessary). Mix well and refrigerate until serving.
Once the meat is baked, let it rest for around 10 minutes before slicing thinly.
Serve the slices of the keto doner kebab on a platter with lettuce leaves as wraps, topped with yogurt sauce and tomato slices.
Calories |
2605 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 188.4 g | 242% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.2 g | 341% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 912 mg | 304% | |
| Sodium | 5825 mg | 253% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 182.1 g | 364% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 399 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 3530 mg | 75% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.