Tortilla Kebab Skewers Recipe

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There’s something oddly satisfying about recreating viral recipes, especially ones that come with a redemption arc. The first time I attempted these tortilla kebab skewers, I’ll be honest, it was a disaster. I used homemade tortillas (because, you know, overachiever mode), and the whole thing collapsed; burnt meat, soggy layers, and skewers that wouldn’t stay straight.

Stack the layers...

Slice into strips...

Turn 90 degrees and skewer the layers...

Slice into strips again...

But when I posted it online, some kind souls encouraged me to try again, and one even suggested baking the skewers wrapped in foil before searing. That tip? A game changer.

While this isn't a traditional recipe in any cultural sense, it borrows inspiration from Middle Eastern kofta, Turkish kebabs, and modern food-hack creativity. Think of it as a layered meat kebab lasagna on a stick; crispy on the outside, juicy within, and drizzled with garlicky yogurt sauce.

Shallow fry the scraps for some amazing tortilla chips...

Just be sure to use store-bought tortillas. I can’t stress this enough, their thin, uniform texture is key to holding everything together. Homemade tortillas tend to be too soft or thick, which causes the whole stack to fail during cooking.

Just outta the oven...

So if you’re thinking of giving this a go (and you should!), know that it’s one of those recipes that turns a few humble ingredients into something super fun and satisfying.

Don’t be afraid to make a mess. Use foil. Trust the process. And if yours turns out a little janky like my first try, well, welcome to the club.

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Ingredients:

(Serve 4)

• Store-Bought Tortilla, 6 or More

• All-Purpose Middle Eastern Minced Lamb Homemade, 1/2 Recipe

• Rapeseed / Sunflower / Canola / Peanut Oil, 2 TBSP

• Yogurt, 1/2 Cup

• Garlic, 1 Clove

• Fresh Lemon Juice, A Touch

• Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 TBSP

• Parsley Finely Chopped, For Garnishing

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Equipment:

• Oven

• Cast Iron Skillet / Pan

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Directions:

1. Please visit my "My Versatile All-Purpose Middle Eastern Minced Lamb" page for the recipe.

2. Prepare the Skewers

3. Use store-bought tortillas only (homemade ones tend to break or burn).

4. Stack the tortillas and cut them into squares.

5. Spread a thin layer of minced lamb on each tortilla square, leaving the top one plain.

6. Stack the layers into one tall sandwich.

7. Slice into 4 long strips, then rotate each strip 90 degrees and thread onto soaked wooden skewers.

8. Bake First

9. Preheat the oven to 180°C (356 Fahrenheit).

10. Wrap the skewers loosely with foil.

11. Bake for 30–35 minutes until cooked and juicy.

12. Sear After

13. Heat oil in a cast iron skillet.

14. Unwrap the skewers and sear until golden and crispy on all sides.

15. Make the Sauce

16. Mix yogurt, grated garlic, olive oil, and a touch of lemon juice in a small bowl.

17. To Serve

18. Drizzle sauce generously over hot skewers.

19. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Sear until crispy brown...

Drizzle in the yogurt sauce and garnish with some parsley...

My daughter said it is like lasagna on a stick!

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