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🍢 Kebab Recipes

Grilled perfection from every tradition - Persian Koobideh, Turkish Adana, Afghan Chopan, Lebanese Shish Tawook, and Greek Souvlaki. Master the art of fire and spice.

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Bulgarian · Kebabs
Kebapche (Кебапче) — Bulgarian Grilled Spiced Meat Sausages
Kebapche is a Bulgarian grilled minced-meat sausage shaped by hand, not stuffed in a casing. This version uses cumin, black pepper, and a measured touch of chubritsa, and is served like a mehana classic with shopska salad.
42 min 6 385 cal

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Mici — Romanian Grilled Garlic Sausages - authentic romanian recipe

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Romanian · Kebabs

Mici (Mititei) — Romanian Grilled Garlic Sausages

Mici, also called mititei, are Romania’s beloved casing-free grilled sausages, seasoned with garlic, thyme, coriander, and baking soda for bounce. They are a fixture of cookouts, markets, and May Day tables.

47 min 4 610 cal

Peruvian Beef Heart Anticuchos — Smoky Chile-Marinated Skewers - authentic peruvian recipe

Peruvian · Kebabs

Peruvian Beef Heart Anticuchos (Anticuchos) — Smoky Chile-Marinated Skewers

Anticuchos are Peru’s iconic grilled skewers, most traditionally made with beef heart marinated in aji panca, vinegar, garlic, cumin, and oregano. They are beloved Lima street food, often served with potato, corn, and spicy aji sauce.

60 min 4 570 cal

Bosnian Cevapi — Grilled Balkan Beef and Lamb Sausages - authentic bosnian recipe

Bosnian · Kebabs

Bosnian Cevapi (Ćevapi) — Grilled Balkan Beef and Lamb Sausages

Bosnian cevapi are small, skinless grilled sausages made from seasoned minced meat and served in warm somun bread. They are especially associated with Sarajevo grill houses, where chopped onion, kajmak, and ajvar complete the plate.

50 min 6 725 cal

Chicken Satay — Indonesian Skewers with Peanut Sauce - authentic indonesian recipe

Indonesian · Kebabs

Chicken Satay (Sate Ayam) — Indonesian Skewers with Peanut Sauce

Sate ayam is one of Indonesia’s best-loved street foods, especially associated with Java and Madura. Small chicken pieces are marinated, charcoal-grilled, and served with kecap manis peanut sauce, lontong, cucumber, and shallots.

55 min 4 765 cal

Brazilian Picanha — Coarse-Salted Churrasco Steak - authentic brazilian recipe

Brazilian · Kebabs

Brazilian Picanha (Picanha) — Coarse-Salted Churrasco Steak

Picanha is the prized rump cap of Brazilian churrasco, grilled with its fat cap intact and seasoned simply with coarse salt. It is usually carved at the table in juicy slices for family gatherings and barbecue feasts.

50 min 6 520 cal

Chicken Souvlaki — Greek Lemon-Oregano Grilled Skewers - authentic greek recipe

Greek · Kebabs

Chicken Souvlaki (Κοτόπουλο Σουβλάκι) — Greek Lemon-Oregano Grilled Skewers

Chicken souvlaki is a beloved Greek street-food skewer seasoned with lemon, olive oil, garlic, and oregano. This version keeps the marinade bright and simple, then grills the chicken until lightly charred and juicy.

30 min 4 375 cal

Yakitori — Japanese Grilled Chicken Skewers - authentic japanese recipe

Japanese · Kebabs

Yakitori (焼き鳥) — Japanese Grilled Chicken Skewers

Yakitori is a beloved Japanese grilled chicken skewer, often served at izakaya counters, street stalls, and casual home cookouts. This version uses thigh meat, scallions, and a glossy soy-mirin tare.

55 min 4 356 cal

Turkish Cağ Kebab — Erzurum Slow-Roasted Charcoal Lamb Skewer - authentic turkish recipe

Turkish · Kebabs

Turkish Cağ Kebab (Cağ Kebabı) — Erzurum Slow-Roasted Charcoal Lamb Skewer

Cağ Kebab is Erzurum’s iconic lamb, stacked on a horizontal spit and slow-roasted over charcoal, then shaved onto small skewers. This version keeps the traditional onion-yogurt marinade and the signature smoky, juicy slices served with lavash and sumac onion.

160 min 6 610 cal

Authentic Kabab Koobideh — Persian Minced Lamb Skewers - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Kebabs

Authentic Kabab Koobideh (کباب کوبیده) — Persian Minced Lamb Skewers

Kabab Koobideh is Iran’s iconic street-and-home kebab, prized for its springy, juicy texture and clean lamb flavor. Grated onion and firm skewering technique create the signature ridges seen from Tehran bazaars to family picnics.

40 min 4 430 cal

Kokoretsi — Charcoal-Grilled Offal Wrapped in Caul Fat - authentic greek recipe

Greek · Kebabs

Kokoretsi (Κοκορέτσι) — Charcoal-Grilled Offal Wrapped in Caul Fat

Kokoretsi is a celebratory Greek charcoal-grilled specialty, built from seasoned lamb offal threaded on a spit and wrapped in caul fat for succulence. Often served at Easter and spring feasts, it’s prized for its crisp exterior and rich, herb-scented interior.

170 min 6 455 cal

Turkish Shish Kebab — Charcoal-Grilled Marinated Lamb Skewers - authentic turkish recipe

Turkish · Kebabs

Turkish Shish Kebab (Şiş Kebap) — Charcoal-Grilled Marinated Lamb Skewers

Şiş kebap is a classic Turkish skewer dish of marinated kuşbaşı meat grilled over glowing coals. From street ocaks to family mangal gatherings, it’s prized for smoky aroma, tender cubes, and bright, lemony spice.

37 min 4 520 cal

Urfa Kebab — Mild Turkish minced skewer with sumac onions - authentic turkish recipe

Turkish · Kebabs

Urfa Kebab (اورفا کباب) — Mild Turkish minced skewer with sumac onions

Urfa Kebab is a milder sibling of Adana, shaped from well-seasoned minced lamb and grilled over charcoal. It’s traditionally served with sumac-kissed onions, flatbread, and grilled peppers—classic flavors from southeastern Türkiye.

37 min 4 640 cal

Seekh Kebab — Afghan Grilled Minced Meat Skewers with Cumin - authentic afghan recipe

Afghan · Kebabs

Seekh Kebab (کباب سیخی) — Afghan Grilled Minced Meat Skewers with Cumin

Afghan seekh kebab is a street-food favorite made with spiced minced meat pressed onto skewers and grilled over high heat. Cumin, coriander, and onion create a deeply savory aroma, often served with naan and fresh herbs.

37 min 4 430 cal

Arayess — Lebanese Grilled Stuffed Pita with Spiced Meat - authentic lebanese recipe

Lebanese · Kebabs

Arayess (عرايس) — Lebanese Grilled Stuffed Pita with Spiced Meat

Arayess are a beloved Lebanese street-food: pita pockets stuffed with warmly spiced meat, then grilled until crisp outside and juicy within. They’re often served with lemony salads and cooling yogurt sauces for a balanced mezze-style meal.

34 min 4 610 cal

Tika Kabab — Azerbaijani skewered lamb served with sumac - authentic azerbaijani recipe

Azerbaijani · Kebabs

Tika Kabab (Şişdə ət tikələri) — Azerbaijani skewered lamb served with sumac

Tika Kabab is a beloved Azerbaijani shish kebab of marinated lamb cubes grilled over high heat. It’s traditionally served with onions dusted in sumac, balancing smoky richness with a bright, tangy finish.

37 min 4 520 cal

Kokoretsi — Charcoal-Grilled Wrapped Lamb Offal - authentic greek recipe

Greek · Kebabs

Kokoretsi (Κοκορέτσι) — Charcoal-Grilled Wrapped Lamb Offal

Kokoretsi is a celebratory Greek charcoal-grilled specialty of seasoned lamb offal wrapped in caul fat and threaded on a spit. It is especially loved at Easter tables, sliced hot and served with lemon, bread, and sharp salads.

135 min 6 520 cal

Kokoreç — Turkish Grilled Seasoned Lamb Intestines Sandwich - authentic turkish recipe

Turkish · Kebabs

Kokoreç (Kokoreç) — Turkish Grilled Seasoned Lamb Intestines Sandwich

Kokoreç is a beloved Turkish street-food sandwich made from expertly cleaned lamb intestines wrapped, grilled, then chopped and seasoned with oregano and pepper. It’s iconic after-nightlife fare, served hot in crusty bread with simple garnishes.

105 min 4 620 cal

Kabob Barg — Afghan Grilled Marinated Lamb Skewers, Tender and Smoky - authentic afghan recipe

Afghan · Kebabs

Kabob Barg (کباب برگ) — Afghan Grilled Marinated Lamb Skewers, Tender and Smoky

Kabob Barg is a celebrated Afghan-style grilled lamb skewer, prized for its saffron-kissed aroma and smoky char. Thin slices of lamb are marinated with onion, yogurt, and warm spices, then grilled fast over high heat for tenderness.

37 min 4 520 cal

Shami Kebab — Afghan Lentil and Meat Patties - authentic afghan recipe

Afghan · Kebabs

Shami Kebab (شامی کباب) — Afghan Lentil and Meat Patties

Afghan Shami Kebab blends lentils and minced meat into crisp, pan-fried patties served with chutney and flatbread. It’s a beloved home-style snack and tea-time dish, often made in batches for guests.

70 min 6 360 cal

İskender Kebab — Turkish Sliced Döner with Tomato Sauce and Yogurt - authentic turkish recipe

Turkish · Kebabs

İskender Kebab (İskender Kebap) — Turkish Sliced Döner with Tomato Sauce and Yogurt

İskender Kebab is a Bursa classic: thinly sliced döner served over toasted bread, finished with bright tomato-butter sauce and cool yogurt. It’s a beloved restaurant dish often enjoyed as a hearty family meal.

60 min 4 845 cal

Sadj — Azerbaijani Mixed Grill on an Iron Dome - authentic azerbaijani recipe

Azerbaijani · Kebabs

Sadj (ساج) — Azerbaijani Mixed Grill on an Iron Dome

Sadj is a beloved Azerbaijani mixed grill cooked on a convex iron dome, where meat and vegetables sear quickly and pick up smoky, caramelized flavor. Often served family-style, it’s a festive table centerpiece for gatherings and outdoor cooking.

60 min 6 610 cal

Chelo Kebab Koobideh — Persian Minced Meat Skewers with Saffron Rice - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Kebabs

Chelo Kebab Koobideh (چلو کباب کوبیده) — Persian Minced Meat Skewers with Saffron Rice

Chelo Kebab Koobideh is a beloved Iranian classic: juicy minced-meat skewers perfumed with saffron, served over fluffy chelo rice. It’s a staple of kebab houses and family gatherings, prized for its smoky char and simple seasoning.

75 min 4 860 cal

Pan-Seared Joojeh Kebab — Persian Saffron Skillet Chicken - authentic persian recipe

Persian · Kebabs

Pan-Seared Joojeh Kebab (جوجه کباب تابه‌ای) — Persian Saffron Skillet Chicken

A weeknight-friendly take on classic Persian joojeh kebab, cooked in a skillet instead of over coals. Saffron, yogurt, and lemon tenderize the chicken and perfume it with the signature aroma of Iranian home kitchens.

34 min 4 330 cal