Layered Tortilla Kebab Skewers (Printable Version)

Layers of spiced meat and crisp tortillas grilled and basted in a honey lemon chili glaze for a vibrant, smoky flavor.

# Ingredients:

→ Tortillas

01 - Soft flour tortillas, 20 cm (8 inches) diameter, fresh and pliable

→ Meat and Aromatics

02 - 250 g ground beef
03 - 250 g ground pork
04 - 100 g onion, finely chopped
05 - 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
06 - 15 g fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Spices

08 - 1 tsp ground cumin
09 - 1 tsp sweet paprika
10 - 1/2 tsp ground coriander
11 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
12 - 1/4 tsp ground ginger
13 - 1 tsp salt, or to taste

→ Basting Sauce

14 - 50 g unsalted butter
15 - Zest of 1 lemon
16 - 1 clove garlic, minced
17 - 1/2 tsp chili flakes
18 - 1 small fresh chili, finely chopped (optional)
19 - 1 tbsp honey
20 - Salt, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Combine finely chopped onions, red bell pepper, parsley, and garlic with ground beef and pork. Add cumin, sweet paprika, coriander, black pepper, ginger, and salt. Mix thoroughly by hand until uniformly combined and sticky. Adjust seasoning to taste.
02 - Lay each tortilla flat and trim the rounded edges to create even squares approximately 15 cm on each side, ensuring layers stack neatly.
03 - Divide the meat mixture evenly into two portions. On a clean surface, place a tortilla square and spread a thin, even layer of meat over it. Continue alternating tortillas and meat layers, ending with meat on top, for a total of six layers per stack. Repeat to create a second stack.
04 - Press each layered stack gently but firmly to adhere layers together. Using a sharp knife, slice each stack into five equal rectangular sections, making firm pieces suitable for skewering.
05 - Turn each rectangle so the bottom tortilla faces upward and press lightly to secure. Thread each piece onto a skewer firmly to maintain structure during grilling.
06 - Melt unsalted butter in a cast iron skillet over low heat. Add lemon zest, minced garlic, chili flakes, chopped fresh chili (if using), and a pinch of salt. Allow the mixture to infuse gently until fragrant. Stir in honey to create a smooth, glossy glaze.
07 - Preheat grill to medium. Place skewers on the grill and immediately brush with basting sauce. Continue grilling for 10 to 12 minutes, turning often and basting regularly, until edges are golden and meat is thoroughly cooked.
08 - Remove skewers from the grill and serve hot. Expect crisp tortilla edges and juicy, flavorful meat layers finished with a honey-lemon glaze.

# Notes:

01 - For juiciest results, mix the meat by hand until sticky and compress layered stacks firmly before cutting and skewering.
02 - Trim tortillas carefully to ensure even layering and neat edges.
03 - Brush skewers with sauce at each turn to achieve a perfectly caramelized finish.
04 - Skewers can be assembled ahead and grilled just before serving for convenience.

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