In the fifth episode of Jet Tila’s Cooking with Coyote, Jet and Ali Tila demonstrate just how versatile outdoor cooking can be by preparing a stunning Mediterranean feast. This episode showcases the robust flavors of the Mediterranean, featuring Beef Kefta Kebabs, Homemade Pita Bread, and a fluffy, garlicky sauce called Toum. With the help of their Coyote Outdoor Grill and Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven, Jet and Ali show how outdoor cooking can elevate your everyday meals into something extraordinary.
The Heart of the Dish: Beef Kefta Kebabs
Jet begins by creating Beef Kefta Kebabs, a classic Mediterranean dish made with spiced ground beef or lamb. The key to a good kefta is using the right blend of spices and a bit of technique.
Jet combines ground beef with grated onion (to add moisture and flavor), fresh parsley, garlic, and a blend of aromatic spices, including cumin, smoked paprika, sumac, and coriander. With expert precision, he shapes the seasoned meat onto skewers, pinching ridges for even cooking. Using the Coyote Outdoor Grill, Jet sears the kebabs to perfection, achieving a smoky, charred exterior while keeping the inside juicy and tender.
Pro Tip from Jet: Don’t use lean meat for kebabs. A higher fat content ensures the kebabs stay moist and flavorful during grilling.
The Homemade Element: Pita Bread
While Jet handles the kebabs, Ali steps in to make pita bread from scratch—a process that’s both fun and rewarding. Starting with a yeast mixture, Ali adds yogurt, eggs, and olive oil for a slightly tangy twist on traditional pita.
After letting the dough rise, Ali shapes it into individual balls, rolls them out, and cooks them in the Coyote Outdoor Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven. The high heat gives the pita bread its signature puff, creating light, airy pockets perfect for scooping sauces or wrapping around kebabs.
Ali’s Tip: A pizza oven is ideal for pita because it mimics the intense heat of traditional ovens, giving the bread its authentic flavor and texture.
The Finishing Touch: Toum (Garlic Sauce)
No Mediterranean meal is complete without toum, the creamy garlic sauce that adds a bold punch to every bite. Jet prepares this sauce in a food processor, blending garlic, oil, and lemon juice into a smooth emulsion. The result is a fluffy, garlicky delight that pairs perfectly with the kebabs and pita bread.
Jet’s Insight: “Toum is all about patience—alternating oil and lemon juice slowly creates that luscious texture.”
The Mediterranean Fusion
Once everything is ready, Jet and Ali assemble a stunning mezze platter featuring the kefta kebabs, pita bread, toum, hummus, and Shirazi salad. Each bite is a celebration of bold spices, fresh herbs, and smoky flavors from the grill.
Jet emphasizes that an outdoor kitchen isn’t just for burgers and hot dogs—it’s a place to explore and elevate global cuisines. With a little creativity, you can turn your backyard into a culinary destination.
Jet’s Outdoor Cooking Tips
Jet and Ali share their tips for making the most of your outdoor appliances:
- Coyote Outdoor Grill: Perfect for high-heat grilling to achieve those beautiful char marks.
- Coyote Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven: Excellent for creating authentic breads and pizzas with the right balance of heat and texture.
Seasoning & Emulsion: Take your time to build flavor—whether mixing spices or blending sauces, patience is key.
Recipe and Resources
🍢 Beef Kefta Kebabs: Get the recipe
🥖 Homemade Pita Bread: Learn how to make it
🧄 Toum: Master the garlic sauce
Coyote Outdoor Appliances Used
For more Mediterranean-inspired recipes and outdoor cooking tips, follow Coyote Outdoor on social media. Stay tuned for more culinary adventures with Jet Tila as he shows you how to transform your outdoor kitchen into a global flavor haven!
