Mediterranean Ground Meat Kebabs – Juicy, Herby, and Epic Flavor
Juicy, herby, and ready in minutes – this is Mediterranean cooking at its easiest.
These ground meat kebabs are packed with fresh herbs and bold spices for an authentic Middle Eastern flavor that’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner but tasty enough to serve at a barbecue. Whether you use beef, lamb, or turkey, the result is always tender, flavorful, and deeply satisfying.
Shaped by hand and cooked in a pan, oven, or on the grill, these kebabs come together in under 30 minutes — no skewers or fancy techniques needed. Pair them with fresh salad, warm flatbread, or a side of roasted vegetables for a complete Mediterranean meal.
Simple, bold, and built for everyday cooking — this is the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot in your dinner rotation.
- Gluten-Free
- , Meat
- , Mains, BBQ & Grilling
- , Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
10 minutes
Serves:
5-6 ppl
Ingredients
2 lbs of ground meat (Lamb, beef, turkey or mix)
6 crushed garlic
½ – 3/4 cup chopped parsley & cilantro (or just one of them)
1 Onion- very finely chopped
2 tsp baking soda
Salt, pepper (about 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper)
Directions
1. Mix the ground meat and all the ingredients in a large bowl, and let sit for 30-60 minutes. If making the night before, add the baking soda ONLY 30 minutes before preparation. Meanwhile, light up your grill, if using charcoal.
2. Shape into small sausage-like or small patties, and grill for 10 minutes or until fully cooked.
* Take a small piece of ground meat and cook quickly to determine if you want more salt and to adjust seasoning.
Note: these are also fabulous frying in some oil, or in the in the oven on 400º F (200º C)
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