Turkish Towel Sandwich Recipes

BAKED KOFTA PITA SANDWICH, TURKISH STYLE (TUTORIAL)

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the lamb, egg, bread crumbs, and garlic with the salt and the spices. With clean hands, kneed together until all is well-combined.
• Form the lamb mixture into small balls. Push lightly to flatten the meatballs into patties and arrange them about 1 inch apart on a large baking sheet. Do not crowd the kofta patties, use two baking sheets if necessary.
• Bake in the 425 degrees F heated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the kofta patties are well-browned and the center is fully done.
• While the kofta is baking, mix together a small equal amount of the spices (sumac, red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika). Set aside for now. Prepare the Greek pita bread, Sabra hummus spreads, and the rest of the fixings. You can set everything up for a make-your-own-sandwich bar, if you like.
• When the kofta patties are fully baked, remove from the oven and sprinkle the spice mixture on top.
• To make the pita sandwiches, spread a generous amount of the sea salt & cracked pepper Sabra hummus spread (or the garlic herb Sabra hummus spread) on the Greek pita, then top with the baby arugula and parsley.
• From here, add as many baked kofta patties as you like (usually 3-4 per pita is a good amount), and your choice of fixings; tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, olives, and jalapeno peppers. Finish off with another squeeze of the Sabra hummus spread!
• Serve the baked kofta pita sandwiches in folded wraps or open-faced. Enjoy!

TOASTED TURKEY SANDWICHES

Steps:

• Place 1 slice each of turkey and ham on 6 bread slices. Top with remaining bread. In a shallow bowl, beat eggs and milk. Dip the sandwiches in egg mixture, turning to coat both sides. , In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Brown sandwiches on both sides. In a small bowl, combine Miracle Whip and cranberry sauce. Serve with sandwiches.

TURKISH KEBABS

Steps:

• Place the chopped onions in a large ceramic bowl and crush with the bottom of a glass until juice is rendered and onions look translucent. Stir in 2 crushed garlic cloves, 1/2 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, oregano, 1 teaspoon black pepper, turmeric, curry powder, and 1 teaspoon salt. Mix well; add the sliced beef and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
• Combine the sour cream, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, dill, and 1 crushed clove of garlic. Mix well; cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
• Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
• Remove the meat from the marinade mixture, brushing off extra onions. Spread the slices on a baking sheet without overlapping, and salt to taste. Broil about 3 minutes per side or until browned and crispy, turning halfway through cooking.
• Divide the cooked meat between the pita breads, and drizzle with tzatziki sauce to serve.

TURKISH 'KOFTE' SANDWICH

Steps:

• Chop onions, 1 clove of garlic and parsley.
• Mix the onions, garlic and parsley with the ground beef and a bit of salt and pepper.
• With your hands make walnut shaped little meatballs.
• You can either grill the meatballs, or cook them in some olive oil.
• In the meantime, mix the yoghurt with garlic and mint.
• Slice tomatoes, lettuce and cucumber.
• Now take a turkish bread (flat, round thick bread) cut in 4 squares, open them and 'butter up' the bread with the yoghurt dressing.
• Put in lettuce tomatoes, cucumbers and meatballs, and finish with some extra yoghurt dressing.

TURKISH TOWEL SANDWICH

Steps:

• On a plate, heat the ham, turkey and cheese in the microwave (or toaster oven) until the cheese is melted.
• Spread roll with Thousand Island dressing on both sides and place deli items within.
• Close up the sandwich and dig in.
• Change meats, cheese or dressing to suit your preferences.