Kebab on Wooden Skewer

Sample Dishes from Turkish Cuisine

Kebab on Wooden Skewer (Çöp Kebabı)

Preparation

Pound boneless meat with meat hammer until 2-3 mm thick. Mince tomatoes and garlic. Combine minced tomatoes, garlic and oil, mixing well. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and thyme. Spread this mixture over pounded meat. Place on a plate. Cover with a wrap. Let stand over night in refrigerator. Remove meat from refrigerator. Roll tightly starting from long side into a roll 3 cm (1 1/4 inch) in diameter. Cut roll into 2-2 1/2 cm (3-4-1 inch) thick slices. Pass meat slices through wooden skewers leaving about 5 cm (2 inches) spaces on both ends. Brush meat with remaining oil. Place skewers over charcoal or oven broiler. Broil on all sides turning occasionally until brown. Serve immediately on wooden skewers.

Servings: 4

Nutritional Value
(in approximately one serving)

Regional Characteristics:

This kebab is a delicious dish from lstanbul region served with rice pilaf and vegetables.