Shawarma Turkey Kebabs

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Description
 These simple kebabs are made with ground turkey (either beef or lamb will work as well), and they can be cooked inside on a pan or grilled outdoors. The simple combination of lean meats and spices makes this a super quick and delicious summer main that pairs well with some tzatziki. Nutrition facts are for a serving size of 2 skewers/patties
Time
Prep Time:
15 minutes

Cook Time:
10 minutes

Total Time:
25 minutes
Cost
Total Cost:

Cost per Serving:
$1.88
Ingredients
Serving(s)
Spice Mix
  • 1 tbsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp Onion powder
  • 2 tsp Allspice, ground
  • 2 tsp Black pepper, ground
  • 1 tsp Turmeric, ground
  • 1 tsp Oregano, dried
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg, ground
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Cloves, ground
Rest of the kebabs
  • 1 small Onion
  • 1.3 lb Ground turkey, 93/7
  • 4 tbsp Dill, fresh
  • 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
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  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the spices - garlic powder, onion powder, allspice, black pepper, turmeric, oregano, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and cloves

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  2. In a large bowl, combine together the spice mix, finely diced onion, fresh dill, and ground meat. Optionally, you can sautee the onion with a pinch of salt until translucent for extra flavor

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  3. Divide the meat into 8 pieces. Either make 8 patties for cooking inside, or 8 skewers for grilling. You can also use skewers for inside cooking too if you have a big enough pan. Brush or spray the outside of the meat with olive oil

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  4. Stovetop - heat a large skillet to medium high heat, and cook the patties on each side for about 5 minutes, or until cooked through (at least 165F for turkey)

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  5. Grill - heat a grill to medium heat, and cook the skewers for about 5 minutes per side, or until cooked through (at least 165F for turkey)

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Nutrition Facts
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Servings: 4
Calories: 281
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Total Fat: 15.8g (20 %)
 Saturated Fat: 3.8g (19 %)
 Polyunsaturated Fat: 4.1g
 Monounsaturated Fat: 6.5g
Cholesterol: 109mg (36 %)
Sodium: 398mg (17 %)
Total Carbohydrate: 7.4g (3 %)
 Fiber: 1.8g (7 %)
 Net Carbs: 5.6g
 Total Sugar: 1.0g
  Added Sugar: 0.0g (0%)
Protein: 28.7g (57 %)
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Vitamin B12: 1.77mcg (74 %)
Vitamin D: 0.59mcg (3 %)
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Calcium: 66mg (5 %)
Iron: 2.75mg (15 %)
Magnesium: 43mg (10 %)
Potassium: 437mg (9 %)
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Glycemic Index:
20.7

Glycemic Load:
1.7