Simit Kebabı

Simit Kebabı is a delightful Turkish dish that combines seasoned ground meat with a crispy, nutty coating, perfect for a low-carb lunch. It's served with a fresh salad and a tangy yogurt sauce for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Ground lamb - 250 grams
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Greek yogurt - 100 grams
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cucumber - 1 small, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, almond flour, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
2. Shape the meat mixture into oval-shaped kebabs, about 10-12 cm long.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the kebabs and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked through.
4. While the kebabs are cooking, prepare the yogurt sauce by combining Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and a pinch of black pepper in a small bowl.
5. In another bowl, mix the diced cucumber and tomato. Season with a pinch of salt and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.
6. Once the kebabs are cooked, serve them hot on a plate alongside the cucumber-tomato salad and drizzle the yogurt sauce over the kebabs.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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