Ninja Woodfire Doner Kebab

Ninja Woodfire Doner Kebab

Servings: 6 Total Time: 13 hrs 30 mins Difficulty: Intermediate Family Friendly Family Friendly Smoke & Sear Fav. Smoke & Sear Fav.
The Ultimate Backyard Doner Kebab

Why gamble on a late-night kebab shop when you can whip up a cracking doner kebab right at home? This Ninja Woodfire recipe takes you straight to kebab nirvana. Juicy, spiced lamb is cooked to perfection, sliced into thin, smoky strips, and served with toasted flatbreads. It’s not just dinner—it’s a mouthwatering masterpiece that turns your backyard into a kebab haven. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to the ultimate comfort food.

Ninja Woodfire Doner Kebab

Prep Time 12 hrs Cook Time 1 hr Rest Time 30 mins Total Time 13 hrs 30 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate Cooking Temp: 150  C Servings: 6 Estimated Cost: £ 20 Calories: Approximately 500 per serving Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

For the Lamb Kebab:

Instructions

  1. Blend for Smoothness:

    Combine all the ingredients in a food processor. Blend until the mixture forms a smooth paste, ensuring all spices are evenly incorporated.

  2. Shape & Marinate:

    Form the lamb mixture into a cylindrical log. Wrap tightly in foil and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavours to develop.

  3. Pre-Cooking Prep:

    Remove the log from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes while still wrapped in foil. This step ensures even cooking.

  4. Bake:

    Preheat the Ninja Woodfire to Bake mode at 150°C. Place the foil-wrapped log directly onto the grill or cooking tray and bake until the internal temperature reaches 70°C, approximately 40 minutes.

  5. Roast for Colour:

    Increase the Woodfire temperature to 220°C. Remove the lamb from the foil and roast for an additional 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally to achieve a rich, golden crust.

  6. Slice and Sear:

    Stand the kebab upright and slice thin strips off the log. Heat a flat plate or griddle on high and toss the strips quickly to add colour and texture.

  7. Serve:

    Toast flatbreads lightly, load them with the sliced lamb, and top with your favourite salad and kebab sauces. Serve immediately.

Equipment

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Note

Pro Tip: Make the lamb log as uniform as possible to ensure even cooking.

Serving Idea: Pair with homemade garlic sauce or chili mayo for an authentic kebab-shop experience.

Storage: Leftovers? Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat on a flat plate for best results.

Keywords: doner kebab, ninja woodfire recipes, lamb doner, homemade kebab, backyard bbq, woodfire cooking, lamb recipe, flatbread kebab
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