Every month, Paul gets one official say in what we’re making and this time, he chose a recipe that definitely leaned into his current mission of “let’s challenge Erin in the kitchen.” This month’s Paul’s Pick was a Homemade Doner Kebab from Meals with Max, and I’ll admit, I wasn’t quite sure what I was getting into when I first watched the video.
As it turns out, this recipe was surprisingly simple in the best way.
The process starts with grating an onion, then adding it to the blender with ground meat and spices. The recipe calls for lamb or beef, and I went with beef simply because it’s much easier to get where we live. Everything gets blended until combined, rolled thin onto parchment paper, rolled up, and baked in the oven.
That’s it. No complicated steps. No intimidating techniques. And somehow, it all comes together into something really flavorful.
In full transparency, I did end up having to use flour tortillas because the pita bread I bought started getting moldy before I was ready to use it. Oops…
Recipe Reality Check
One of my favorite things about this recipe is how approachable it felt. Once everything was blended, the rest was very straightforward. I’d comfortably call this a 30-minute meal, making it a great option for nights when you want something homemade but don’t want to spend forever in the kitchen.
It is definitely on the spicy side. I personally enjoyed that, but it’s something to keep in mind if you’re sensitive to heat. The spice level is bold, but not overwhelming and very easy to adjust if needed.
Paul’s Pick Verdict ✔️
- Paul: Loved it. He was genuinely excited that this was his pick for the month and was surprised by just how flavorful the meat turned out. His biggest recommendation? Add a sauce. He paired his with sweet chili sauce and fully stands by that choice.
- Me: I really enjoyed how easy this was while still feeling a little adventurous. It checked the boxes of fast, flavorful, and flexible which is always a win.
- Ben: Not home for this one. If I were making it for him, I’d definitely adjust the spice level or even change up the seasoning depending on my mood.
Would I Make It Again?
Absolutely. This is officially going on our repeat list. It’s fast, flavorful, and incredibly customizable with different sauces, toppings, spice levels, or even protein choices.
It’s also the kind of recipe that feels like a small win: something new, a little challenging, but very doable. Even better? Paul got his challenge recipe and I passed with flying colors 😉
Final Verdict: A successful Paul’s Pick that was simple, bold, and worth repeating.
You can find the original recipe here: Homemade Doner Kebabs
Looking for more easy weeknight wins? Try looking here: Easy Weeknight Meals
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