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Türkiye
Adana Kebabı
Adana, Türkiye
Hand-minced lamb mixed with tail fat, red pepper flakes, and spices, skewered on wide flat metal skewers and grilled over charcoal.
Cultural Significance
Named after the city of Adana, it represents the fiery and bold flavors of southeastern Turkey. Protected by geographical indication.
Key Ingredients
Hand-minced lambLamb tail fatUrfa pepperAleppo pepperSumacOnions
Preparation Method
The meat is kneaded with spices and fat, molded onto flat skewers by hand, and grilled over hot coals. Served with flatbread, grilled vegetables, and sumac onions.