Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef, 80 to 85 percent lean
- 1 lb ground lamb, or use all beef if preferred
- 3 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon or allspice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fine salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Warm flatbreads, shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes and onions, pickles, and garlic yogurt sauce for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine beef, lamb, yogurt, olive oil, and all spices. Mix until the texture is tacky.
- Form the mixture into a tight, even loaf about 8 to 9 inches long. Wrap it snugly in parchment, then in foil.
- Place the wrapped loaf in the slow cooker. Cook on Low for 4 to 5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let it rest for 15 minutes, then chill for 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Unwrap, slice very thinly, and sear the slices in a hot skillet with a touch of oil for 1 to 2 minutes per side.
- Warm flatbreads, add sauce, pile on meat, then top with veggies and pickles. Eat immediately.
Notes
For ultra tender results, let the seasoned loaf rest overnight in the fridge before cooking. Use all beef or lamb if preferred. Air fry for a healthy alternative to searing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 300 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg