Vegan Homemade Doner Kebab

Elevate your plant-based meals with this irresistible Vegan Homemade Doner Kebab—a flavorful twist on the classic street food favorite. Featuring marinated tofu strips infused with smoky paprika, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic spices, this recipe delivers bold and satisfying flavors. Paired with crisp veggies, soft vegan flatbreads, and a creamy garlic mint yogurt sauce, each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Perfect for a quick 45-minute dinner or meal prep, this homemade doner kebab is customizable, wholesome, and completely dairy-free. Whether you're vegan or simply exploring plant-based options, this vibrant recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams firm tofu
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 red onion
• 0.5 cucumber
• 1 tomato
• 2 cups shredded lettuce
• 1 cup plain vegan yogurt
• 1 garlic clove
• 4 vegan flatbreads or pita
• 10 grams fresh mint leaves

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu for at least 15 minutes to remove excess moisture. Use a tofu press or wrap it in a clean kitchen towel and place a heavy object on top.

Step 2

Cut the pressed tofu into thin strips, about 1 cm thick.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, ground coriander, and black pepper to create a marinade.

Step 4

Add the tofu strips to the marinade, making sure each piece is well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes, or up to an hour for deeper flavor.

Step 5

While the tofu is marinating, prepare the vegetables: thinly slice the red onion, and slice the cucumber and tomato into thin rounds.

Step 6

To make the garlic yogurt sauce, finely mince the garlic clove and the mint leaves and stir them into the vegan yogurt. Season with a pinch of salt and set aside.

Step 7

Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated tofu strips and cook for about 3-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and slightly crispy.

Step 8

Warm the vegan flatbreads or pita in a dry skillet or in an oven for a few minutes to soften.

Step 9

To assemble the kebabs, layer each flatbread with a generous handful of shredded lettuce, sliced red onion, cucumber, and tomato.

Step 10

Top with the cooked tofu strips and drizzle with the garlic mint yogurt sauce.

Step 11

Fold the flatbreads over the filling, secure with a toothpick if necessary, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1458.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1676.3

Total Fat 65.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4296.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.5g	0%
Total Sugars 34.6g
Protein 84.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1128.2mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 2293.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.2%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 47.7%