Bowl Kebab

Sample Dishes from Turkish Cuisine

Bowl Kebab (Tas Kebabı)

IngredientsMeasureAmount
Onion2 medium size150 gr
Boneles lamb shoulder or shank- -750 gr
Tomato paste2 tablespoon20 gr
Water (warm)1 1/2 cup300 gr
Salt2 teaspoon12 gr
Black Pepper1/4 teaspoon0.5 gr
Potato6 medium size650 gr

Preparation

Cut meat into 2 cm (3/4 inch) cubes. Combine with chopped onions. Cover and saute over low heat for 40 minutes stirring occasionally, add tomato paste, water, salt and pepper; stir. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until meat is tender. Pare and cut potatoes into 1 1/2 cm (2/3 inch) cubes. Add to meat; mixing gently. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve hot

Servings: 6

Nutritional Value
(in approximately one serving)

Energy423 cal
Protein23,3 g
Fat26,8 g
Carbohydrates21,3 g
Calcium27 mg
Iron2,36 mg
Phosphorus252 mg
Zinc4 mg
Sodium844 mg
Vitamin A96 iu
Thiamine0,28 mg
Riboflavin0,28 mg
Niacin7,77 mg
Vitamin C12 mg
Cholesterol88 mg

Regional Characteristics:

It is one of the most popular dishes. When serving, the meat is placed into a bowl. Rice pilaf is arranged on a serving plate in ring form. Bowl of meat is turned up-side down in the center of rice. It is served for lunch or supper as a main dish. Sarma or dolma with olive oil is usually served as a side dish.