Crispy Tortilla Kebab Stacks (Oven Magic!)
Alex Joy (adapted by JojoM)
Paper-thin spiced beef layered on tortillas, skewered, and baked until shatter-crisp. Serve with zesty cilantro yogurt for a crowd-pleasing kebab night.
Crispy Tortilla Kebab Stacks (Oven Magic!) 🌮🔥
These crispy oven-baked tortilla kebabs take all the flavors of Middle Eastern street food and give them a fun, family-style twist. Layers of thinly spread spiced beef are stacked between tortillas, skewered, and baked to a crackly, golden perfection. Serve them hot with a refreshing cilantro yogurt dip for the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
🥩 What Makes These Kebab Stacks Special
Forget frying—this sheet-pan method keeps everything juicy inside while crisping the tortillas beautifully in the oven. The sumac, smoked paprika, and cumin infuse the beef with deep flavor, and a final brush of parsley-garlic butter adds a glossy finish that smells absolutely divine.
Each bite combines tender beef, smoky spice, and a shatteringly crisp tortilla—like lahmacun meets quesadilla, but easier to share!
🧂 Flavor Tips & Tricks
✨ Spread thin for the win: A 2–3 mm meat layer is the secret to even crisping.
🌿 Sumac substitute: Try lemon zest + paprika for that citrusy tang.
🔥 Convection = crispier: Fan oven at 220°C works best.
🧄 Butter brush timing: Wait until the end to brush—it prevents sogginess.
🍗 Want to lighten it up? Swap in minced chicken or turkey thigh.
🧑🍳 Step-by-Step Overview
- Prep the beef mix: Combine minced beef, peppers, onion, parsley, garlic, and spices until evenly seasoned.
- Spread it thin: Trim tortillas into squares and spread the mixture paper-thin across each one.
- Stack & skewer: Layer, cut into strips, and pierce through the center with skewers.
- Bake crisp: 25 minutes at 220°C fan. Brush with garlic butter, flip, and bake another 10 minutes until deep golden.
- Dip & devour: Blend yogurt, cilantro, garlic, and lemon for a refreshing dip.
Optional: Finish with a BBQ-cheese glaze in the last 5 minutes for a smoky, melty upgrade! 🧀🔥
🌿 Cilantro Yogurt Dip
A cooling balance to the spices—just blend Greek yogurt, fresh cilantro, garlic, and lemon juice until smooth. Add a splash of water or vinegar to reach your perfect drizzle consistency.
💬 Fan Favourites
⭐ Rossito: “Made it for game night—everyone devoured the crispy edges!”
⭐ Sandie: “Skipped the peppers and added more onion. Fantastic with the yogurt sauce.”
⭐ Cryptofooddude: “Did the BBQ + cheese finish. Smoky, melty, crispy—new favourite.”
⭐ Kebab Lover: “Reminds me of lahmacun on a stick! Super crunchy and fun to eat.”
💡 Quick FAQ
Can I use chicken or turkey instead of beef?
Absolutely! Use minced thigh for juiciness and shorten the baking time by 5 minutes.
What if I don’t have sumac?
Mix lemon zest with paprika—it gives a similar tangy, peppery note.
Can I air fry these?
Yes! 200°C for 10–12 minutes, brush with butter, flip, then another 6–8 minutes.
How do I keep skewers from burning?
Soak wooden ones for 15 minutes before baking.
⚡ Serving Suggestion
Serve hot off the tray with a side of zesty cilantro yogurt, fresh lemon wedges, and maybe a sprinkle of extra sumac for colour. Perfect for party platters, game nights, or weekend feasts—these crispy kebab stacks are guaranteed to impress! 😋✨
Crispy Tortilla Kebab Stacks (Oven Magic!)
Alex Joy (adapted by JojoM)Paper-thin spiced beef layered on tortillas, skewered, and baked until shatter-crisp. Serve with zesty cilantro yogurt for a crowd-pleasing kebab night.
Chef's Tips
Trim tortillas into neat squares so the stacked edges brown evenly.
Spread the meat very thin—about 2–3 mm—for a crackly finish.
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 15 minutes to prevent scorching.
Use fan/convection at 220°C for maximum crisping; finish under the grill/broiler.
If edges brown too fast, tent loosely with foil and continue baking.
Tools Used
Oven
Pastry Brush
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Ingredients
Beef & Spice Mix
Tortillas & Assembly
Parsley-Garlic Butter (for brushing)
Cilantro Yogurt Dipping Sauce
Optional BBQ–Cheese Finish
Instructions
Prep & Mix
- 1
Heat oven to 220°C fan / 430°F. Line a baking tray with parchment. Soak wooden skewers if using.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine beef, pepper, onion, parsley, garlic, chilli (optional), and all spices. Mix until evenly seasoned.
Spread, Stack & Skewer
- 1
Trim rounded tortilla edges to make squares. Spread a very thin, even layer of meat (2–3 mm) over each tortilla.
- 2
Stack the tortillas, press gently, then cut the stack into 4–6 equal strips. Insert a skewer through the centre of each stack.
Bake to Crispy
- 1
Arrange skewered stacks on the tray. Bake 20–25 minutes (no brushing yet). If edges brown fast, tent with foil.
- 2
Stir together melted butter, garlic, and parsley. Remove tray, brush tops, flip, brush undersides, and bake 10 minutes more until deep golden and crisp.
- 3
For extra colour, switch to grill/broiler for 2–3 minutes.
Cilantro Yogurt Sauce
- 1
Blend yogurt, garlic, cilantro, lemon juice, and salt until smooth. Thin with water or a splash of vinegar to your preferred texture.
Optional BBQ–Cheese Finish
- 1
Mix ketchup, BBQ sauce, and Worcestershire. Brush over kebabs during the last 5 minutes of baking and top with cheese to melt.
Comments & Reviews
Rossito
10/28/2025
This looks incredible—made it for game night and everyone devoured the crispy edges!
Sandie
10/28/2025
Skipped the peppers and added extra onion—still fantastic with the cilantro yogurt.
Cryptofooddude
10/28/2025
Did the BBQ + cheese finish—smoky, melty, super crispy. New favourite.
Kebab Lover
10/28/2025
Reminds me of lahmacun—on a stick! Surprisingly easy and very crunchy.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 kebab stack (serves 6)
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
