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Aunt Hazel's Kitchen

Clay Pot Kebab.

A traditional Cappadocian dish where beef and vegetables are slow-cooked inside a sealed clay pot, creating a rich and flavorful kebab.

Time
2 hrs 30 min
Serves
6 servings
Season
All Year
Difficulty
Hard

The Story

Testi kebab is a famous specialty of Cappadocia, traditionally served by dramatically breaking open the clay pot at the table.

Slow-cooked in clay, this kebab is one of Anatolia's most memorable flavors.

Instructions

9 Steps

  1. Cut beef into large cubes

  2. Chop tomatoes, peppers and onion

  3. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl

  4. Transfer the mixture into a clay pot

  5. Seal tightly with dough or a lid

  6. Bake at 180°C (350°F)

  7. Cook for 2–2.5 hours

  8. Carefully open the clay pot before serving

  9. Serve hot

Hazel's Note

Sealing the pot with dough helps retain moisture and results in exceptionally tender meat.

Main Dishes · All Year · Hard · testi kebabı · kapadokya mutfağı · türk mutfağı · dana eti · kebap

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