Description
This beef kebab recipe offers a flavorful and aromatic grilled-style kebab made easy in the oven. Lean ground beef is seasoned with a robust blend of spices including cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and cinnamon, then baked to juicy perfection. Served with classic Greek accompaniments like tzatziki, pita bread, fresh cucumber, feta, mint, and tangy pickled red onions, these kebabs make a delicious meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Beef Kebabs
- 2 lbs lean ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 small red onion, diced
- 1 cup chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp coriander
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp salt
- Pepper to taste
To Serve
- Store-bought tzatziki
- Chopped cucumber
- Red onions (soaked in lemon juice)
- Feta cheese
- Chopped fresh mint
- Greek style pita bread
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper to prepare for baking the kebabs.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the lean ground beef, minced garlic, diced red onion, chopped parsley, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cinnamon, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to thoroughly mix and work the mixture to ensure even seasoning throughout.
- Shape the kebabs: Transfer the beef mixture onto the parchment-lined sheet pan and press it down into an even rectangle that is about 3/4 inch thick. This thickness helps the kebabs hold their shape while cooking evenly.
- Slice into strips: Using a sharp knife or bench scraper, cut the rectangle into long kebab-style strips approximately 1 to 1.5 inches wide. There’s no need to separate the strips as they will bake and pull apart easily.
- Bake the kebabs: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15-16 minutes, or until the kebabs are fully cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Broil for crispiness (optional): For a crispier finish, switch your oven to broil on high for the last 1 to 2 minutes. Monitor closely to prevent burning and achieve a nice caramelized crust.
- Serve: Serve the hot beef kebabs with warm Greek-style pita bread, tzatziki sauce, chopped cucumber, pickled red onions, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh chopped mint for a tasty and authentic Mediterranean-style meal.
Notes
- If you prefer, you can shape the kebabs onto skewers before baking for a more traditional presentation.
- Make sure to soak the red onions in lemon juice ahead of time to mellow out the sharpness and add a zesty flavor.
- For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of olive oil into the meat mixture before shaping the kebabs.
- These kebabs can also be cooked on a grill or stovetop grill pan if you prefer a smoky outdoor flavor.
- Leftover kebabs can be refrigerated and reheated; they also work great chopped into wraps or salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek
Keywords: Beef kebabs, Greek kebabs, oven baked kebabs, easy kebab recipe, Mediterranean beef recipe, ground beef kebabs
