Flavorsome Kurdish Kebab with Sumac and Flatbread

Name: Flavorsome Kurdish Kebab with Sumac and Flatbread
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Ground lamb; Onion, finely chopped; Garlic, minced; Ground cumin; Ground coriander; Smoked paprika; Salt; Black pepper; Fresh parsley, chopped; All-purpose flour; Salt; Olive oil; Warm water; Sumac; Greek yogurt; Garlic, minced; Lemon juice; Salt and pepper; Tomatoes, chopped; Cucumber, diced; Red onion, sliced; Lemon juice; Sumac; Salt and pepper

A savory dish filled with aromatic spices and grilled perfection

Discover the magic of Kurdish cuisine with this spicy kebab dish, paired with flatbread and enhanced with the tangy flavor of sumac.

1 h 45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Kebabs

Ground lamb

500g

Onion, finely chopped

1 small

Garlic, minced

2 cloves

Ground cumin

2 tsp

Ground coriander

1 tsp

Smoked paprika

1 tsp

Salt

1 tsp

Black pepper

½ tsp

Fresh parsley, chopped

2 tbsp

For the Sumac Flatbread

All-purpose flour

250g

Salt

1 tsp

Olive oil

1 tbsp

Warm water

150ml

Sumac

2 tbsp

For the Yogurt Sauce

Greek yogurt

200g

Garlic, minced

1 clove

Lemon juice

1 tbsp

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Salad

Tomatoes, chopped

Cucumber, diced

Red onion, sliced

1 small

Lemon juice

Juice of 1 lemon

Sumac

Pinch

Salt and pepper

to taste

Preparation

Marinating the Kebabs

Combine Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and parsley.

Mix and Chill

Mix until well combined and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Shape Kebabs

Shape the mixture into long, flat kebabs around the skewers.

Preparing the Flatbread

Make Dough

In a bowl, mix flour and salt.

Add Oil and Water

Add olive oil and warm water gradually, mixing until a dough forms.

Knead and Rest

Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth, cover, and let rest for 20 minutes.

Cooking Process

Grilling Kebabs

Grill the kebabs over medium heat, turning occasionally until cooked through and browned, about 10–12 minutes.

Ensure your grill is properly preheated to secure a nice, even sear.

Cooking Flatbread

Roll the dough into thin rounds, sprinkle sumac, and cook on a hot skillet for about 2 minutes on each side.

Preparing Yogurt Sauce

Mix all ingredients in a small bowl and refrigerate until serving.

Add a touch of lemon zest to your yogurt sauce for an extra zesty kick.

Plating & Serving