İskender Kebap

Ingredients:

• 500g thinly sliced lamb meat
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 pieces of pita bread or Turkish flatbread, cut into cubes
• 2 large ripe tomatoes, pureed
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions:

1. Prepare the Sauce:

   • In a saucepan, combine the pureed tomatoes, tomato paste, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens slightly, about 10 minutes. Set aside and keep warm.

2. Cook the Lamb:

   • In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add the lamb slices and cook until they are browned and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from heat.

3. Prepare the Bread:

   • Toast the bread cubes in the oven or in a dry pan until crispy.

4. Assemble the Dish:

   • Place the toasted bread cubes at the bottom of the plate. Arrange the cooked lamb slices over the bread. Pour the warm tomato sauce over the lamb and bread.

5. Add Yogurt:

   • Combine the yogurt with minced garlic and a pinch of salt. Spoon the yogurt mixture over the lamb.

6. Garnish and Serve:

   • Sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish. Serve immediately.