Description
Experience the unique blend of flavors in this authentic Turkish street food, Tantuni.
Ingredients
- Thinly Sliced Beef or Lamb (flank or sirloin)
- Flatbread (Tortilla or Lavash)
- Chili Peppers
- Onion (chopped)
- Tomato (juicy, ripe)
- Parsley (fresh)
- Oil (olive oil or vegetable oil)
- Spices (Cumin, Paprika, Salt, Pepper)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the meat thinly against the grain and chop onions, tomatoes, and parsley. Prepare chilies by removing seeds if desired.
- Cook the Meat: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and the sliced meat. Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add Vegetables and Spices: Add chopped peppers, onions, and tomatoes to the skillet and sauté for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Warm the Flatbread: Warm flatbread in another skillet or over an open flame for a few seconds on each side.
- Assemble the Tantuni: Place the meat and vegetable mixture onto the warm flatbread, sprinkle with parsley, add a squeeze of lemon juice, and roll tightly.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute beef or lamb with chicken or tofu. Enhance flavor by including more vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Tantuni, Turkish Cuisine, Street Food, Beef Recipes, Authentic Recipes
