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Sheet Pan Doner Kebab

This easy oven version of a classic street food gives you perfectly spiced, crispy beef that tastes just like the local kebab shop.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Turkish· August 24, 2026
Sheet Pan Doner Kebab
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
20 minutes
Total
35 minutes
Serves
4

If you love the flavor of traditional doner kebabs but want to skip the takeaway bill, this sheet pan version is going to be your new favorite meal. By rolling the seasoned ground beef into very thin sheets, we get those delicious crispy edges that make the dish so special, all from the comfort of your own kitchen.

This recipe is incredibly versatile and great for using whatever ground meat you have on hand. It is a fantastic option for a quick weeknight dinner or for prepping a few days of lunches at once. Don't forget to serve it with plenty of fresh veggies and a cooling sauce.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 onion, finely grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 pita breads
  • 1 cup prepared tzatziki sauce
  • Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, pickled red onions, fresh dill

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, mix the ground beef with the grated onion, minced garlic, salt, oregano, cumin, paprika, and black pepper until the mixture is uniform and a bit tacky.

  3. 3

    Divide the meat into two equal portions. Place each portion between two large sheets of parchment paper and roll it out into a thin rectangle.

  4. 4

    Fold the parchment paper into thirds over the meat and transfer the packets to a baking sheet.

  5. 5

    Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the meat from the parchment and tear it into small pieces.

  6. 6

    Spread the meat pieces out in a single layer on the baking sheet and place them under the broiler for about 3 minutes until the edges are nicely browned and crispy.

  7. 7

    Serve the meat inside warm pita breads topped with tzatziki and your favorite fresh vegetables.

💡 Tips

Make sure to grate your onion very finely so the meat stays together. You should also strain your cucumber well if you make your own tzatziki to ensure the sauce stays nice and thick. Keep a close eye on the broiler as the meat browns very quickly.

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