The doner kebab has long been a beloved dish in both Germany and Turkey, but in recent months it has become the center of a heated food fight between the two countries. The question at hand: what exactly constitutes a “real” doner kebab?
Turkiye has been adamant that the true doner kebab is made with thinly sliced meat that is stacked on a vertical rotisserie and cooked slowly, resulting in tender, flavorful meat. On the other hand, Germany has popularized a version of the dish that is made with ground meat pressed into a cone shape and cooked on a spit.
The dispute over the authenticity of the doner kebab has sparked debates and discussions in both countries, with each side claiming that their version is the “real” doner kebab. Some argue that the traditional Turkish method of preparing the dish is what makes it truly authentic, while others argue that the German variation has its own unique flavor and appeal.
Regardless of which side you may fall on in this food fight, one thing is for certain: the doner kebab will continue to be a beloved dish in both Germany and Turkey, with each country putting their own twist on this delicious and flavorful meal.
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Video “Doner kebab: Beloved dish at the center of Germany-Turkey food fight” was uploaded on 12/30/2024 to Youtube Channel Al Jazeera English