Layered Tortilla Kebab Skewers (Print Version)
Tender meat and tortillas stacked, glazed, and grilled for a smoky, juicy, and satisfying skewer experience.
# Ingredients:
→ Tortillas
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12 flour tortillas, 20 cm diameter
→ Meat Mixture
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1 kg ground beef and pork mix
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2 small onions, finely chopped
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1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
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1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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2 teaspoons sweet paprika
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1 teaspoon ground coriander
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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2 teaspoons salt
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Basting Sauce
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110 g unsalted butter
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Zest of 1 lemon
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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Chili flakes, to taste
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1 small green chili, finely chopped
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3 tablespoons honey
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1/2 teaspoon salt
# Instructions:
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Finely chop onions, red pepper, and parsley. Mince garlic cloves.
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Combine ground beef and pork in a bowl. Add chopped onions, red pepper, parsley, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, coriander, black pepper, ground ginger, and salt. Mix thoroughly until the mixture becomes sticky and homogenous.
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Trim the flour tortillas into large square pieces by removing the curved edges.
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Divide the meat mixture in half. Using one portion, layer a tortilla square on a surface, spread a thin, even layer of meat, repeat the process alternating tortilla and meat until six layers are formed, ending with meat on top. Repeat with the second portion of meat and remaining tortillas.
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Firmly press the layered stacks to compress them. Cut each stack into five even rectangles.
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Carefully thread each layered rectangle onto a skewer, ensuring layers remain intact. Rotate so the bottom tortilla layer aligns against the top meat layer of the adjacent piece for extra hold.
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Melt unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add lemon zest, minced garlic, chili flakes, chopped green chili, and salt. Allow the mixture to infuse gently. Stir in honey until completely blended.
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Preheat grill to medium heat. Arrange skewers over the grill, basting generously with the prepared sauce. Turn frequently and continue to brush with sauce, cooking for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Serve the skewers hot, directly from the grill. The tortillas will be crisp on the exterior, while the meat remains juicy inside and the glaze adds a vibrant sheen.
# Notes:
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For cleaner stacking, use a sharp knife to cut tortillas into even squares. Compacting layers helps prevent separation on the grill.