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A cozy Turkish-inspired potato kebab bake made with seasoned beef kebabs baked over crispy potatoes and onions in a rich tomato sauce. Easy comfort food perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat Mixture
  • 1 lb 450g ground beef
  • 1 small onion grated
  • 1 egg
  • 4 tablespoon breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoon parsley finely chopped
  • ½ bell pepper finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
Potato Layer
  • 3 large potatoes thickly sliced at least ¼ inch
  • 1 onion thickly sliced at least ¼ inch
  • 2 –3 tablespoon oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Paprika to taste
Sauce
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • ½ –1 cup water
  • Garnish & Extra Flavor
  • 1 bell pepper cut into larger pieces
  • 3 –4 garlic cloves

Equipment

  • 9x13 casserole dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Aluminum foil
  • Skewers (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
Make the meat mixture
    In a large bowl combine:
    1. ground beef
    2. grated onion
    3. egg
    4. breadcrumbs
    5. parsley
    6. finely chopped bell pepper
    7. paprika
    8. cumin
    9. salt
    10. black pepper
    11. Mix really well until fully combined and slightly sticky. Place in the fridge while preparing the potatoes.
    Prep the potatoes
    1. Thickly slice the potatoes and onions at least ¼ inch thick.
    2. Toss the potatoes with:
    3. oil
    4. salt
    5. black pepper
    6. paprika
    Build the casserole
    1. Spread the potatoes evenly into a 9x13 casserole dish.
    2. Add the thickly sliced onions right through the middle of the dish.
    3. Shape the meat mixture into long kebab shapes and place them on top of the potatoes and onions.
    4. Tuck the garlic cloves between the meat and potatoes. Add the larger bell pepper pieces around the dish for extra flavor while baking.
    5. Add the sauce
    6. Mix together the tomato sauce and water. Pour evenly over the casserole dish.
    Bake
    1. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
    2. Remove the foil and continue baking another 10–15 minutes until everything starts browning.
    3. Broil the last 2–3 minutes for crispy edges and deep color.
    Serve
    1. Serve hot with buttered white rice, wraps, or garlic sauce. Finish with fresh lemon or lime if desired.

    Notes

    Slice the potatoes and onions at least ¼ inch thick so they hold their texture while baking.
    Letting the meat mixture chill helps the kebabs hold their shape better.
    Broiling at the end gives the kebabs crispy edges and deeper flavor.
    These pair perfectly with buttered white rice or wrapped in flatbread with garlic sauce.
    A squeeze of fresh lemon or lime over the top is seriously so good.