Adana Sandwich Recipe
Spicy minced lamb served in a sandwich.
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Ingredients
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For the Spicy Minced Lamb
Method
Cooking the Spicy Minced Lamb
- 1
Prepare the Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, cumin powder, black pepper, salt, and chopped parsley. Mix well using your hands or a spoon until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- 2
Shape the Lamb
Wet your hands with a little olive oil and shape the mixture into elongated patties or kebabs, about 4-5 inches long.
- 3
- 4
Prepare the Sandwich
Warm the pita bread or flatbreads on the grill for a minute. Place the cooked lamb patties in the bread, and top with sliced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and a drizzle of yogurt or tahini sauce.
- 5
Serve
Wrap the sandwich and serve immediately, optionally with extra sauce on the side.
