Description
Çöp Şiş, or Small Skewered Meat Kebab, is a delightful Turkish dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Istanbul right to your grill. Tender marinated lamb or beef is interspersed with colorful vegetables and grilled to juicy perfection, creating a smoky, savory experience that’s perfect for summer barbecues or family gatherings. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures you can whip up mouthwatering skewers in no time, making it an ideal choice for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless lamb shoulder or beef sirloin
- 1 cup red bell peppers, cut into chunks
- 1 medium onion, cut into chunks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cut the lamb or beef into bite-sized cubes. In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate the meat for at least one hour in the refrigerator.
- While marinating, chop red bell peppers and onions into skewer-friendly pieces.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Thread the marinated meat and vegetables onto the skewers alternately.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C). Grill skewers for about 4-6 minutes on each side until charred and cooked through (145°F internal temperature for medium-rare).
- Serve hot with fresh herbs and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 95mg