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People vow never to eat doner kebab again after discovering what the meat is made of

Funny - Jul 3, 2024
People vow never to eat doner kebab again after discovering what the meat is made of

A recent revelation about the composition and preparation of this beloved fast food has left many people feeling less than impressed. 

Recent fast food revelations have left many people feeling unimpressed. Image Credit: Getty
Recent fast food revelations have left many people feeling unimpressed. Image Credit: Getty

Recently, a video on YouTube has sparked a divisive reaction among viewers as it not only revealed the process of making doner kebab but also disclosed its primary ingredient.

The public's reaction to this revelation has been mixed, with some expressing shock and disappointment.

A YouTube video revealing the doner kebab-making process and primary ingredient sparked mixed public reactions. Image Credit: Getty
A YouTube video revealing the doner kebab-making process and primary ingredient sparked mixed public reactions. Image Credit: Getty

Many people are reconsidering eating doner kebabs after finding out what's in the meat. 

Doner kebab, a popular street food, has become one of the most beloved fast-food items around the world. It is typically made by stacking layers of thinly sliced meat onto a vertical rotisserie, which is then slowly roasted and cooked to perfection.

The meat is usually marinated with various spices and seasonings to enhance its flavor.

Doner kebab, a beloved global street food, involves stacking and roasting thinly sliced meat on rotisserie. Image Credit: Getty
Doner kebab, a beloved global street food, involves stacking and roasting thinly sliced meat on rotisserie. Image Credit: Getty

However, for some individuals who were previously unaware of the specifics, the video came as a shock.

Remarkably, doner kebab is a traditional dish with its origins in the Middle East. It has been adapted and modified in various regions, leading to different versions and variations. 

Doner kebab has spread globally with diverse regional variations and adaptations. Image Credit: Getty
Doner kebab has spread globally with diverse regional variations and adaptations. Image Credit: Getty

In some countries, beef or chicken may be used instead of lamb. 

Additionally, the meat is often served with a variety of toppings and sauces, such as fresh vegetables, yogurt sauce, and chili sauce, allowing for customization according to personal preferences.

While the video may have caused some individuals to reconsider their dietary choices or raise questions about the sourcing and preparation of the meat, culinary traditions, and preferences vary greatly across different cultures. 

In some countries, beef or chicken substitutes lamb in doner kebab recipes. Image Credit: Getty
In some countries, beef or chicken substitutes lamb in doner kebab recipes. Image Credit: Getty

Concerns about doner kebab meat go beyond just the ingredients. 

Some people were surprised to learn that the meat isn't always high quality. Instead, it can include parts of the animal that aren't typically eaten on their own.

The way the meat is processed and stored has raised health concerns.

Sometimes, the meat is made in factories where hygiene standards may not be as strict as they should be. There have been instances where people got sick from eating kebabs because the meat was contaminated.

Contaminated kebabs from unhygienic factories have caused illness in some cases. Image Credit: Getty
Contaminated kebabs from unhygienic factories have caused illness in some cases. Image Credit: Getty

Moreover, doner kebabs are often high in calories, fat, and salt. 

For those trying to eat a healthy diet, this can be a problem. Eating too many high-calorie foods can lead to weight gain and other health issues, like heart disease.

The high salt content can also be bad for blood pressure.

The concerns about meat are rising more among the public as a man found 'meat glue' at the supermarket.

In a viral TikTok video, the man revealed that he found "meat glue" in his steak purchased from a supermarket, leading to a heated debate.

Public concern over meat has risen as a man found 'meat glue' in a supermarket. Image Credit: TikTok
Public concern over meat has risen as a man found 'meat glue' in a supermarket. Image Credit: TikTok

The video showed the man pulling at the steak and pointing out the alleged presence of "meat glue" in the meat. 

This footage surprised viewers as sections of the steak appeared to come apart due to the adhesive. 

The TikToker shared another video demonstrating two supermarket steaks being pulled apart to reveal the "meat glue."

In the video, he pointed out, "Look at that stuff there. It's glue. [...] And when you cut it, with this one, you just pull it a little and certain parts come out in sections."

The TikToker shared a video pulling apart two supermarket steaks to show
The TikToker shared a video pulling apart two supermarket steaks to show "meat glue." Image Credit: TikTok

The video rapidly gained traction on social media, igniting conversations among viewers about additives in meat products. Many voiced concerns and shared their thoughts online.

Woolworths, the supermarket chain mentioned in the video, responded to the accusations of using "meat glue" in its meat products. 

The company denied the use of "glue" on its meat and stated that the purchased steaks were separate cuts of meat stuck together, not a result of any adhesive.

Woolworths denied the accusations of using
Woolworths denied the accusations of using "meat glue" in their products. Image Credit: Getty

"Meat glue," or transglutaminase, is a legitimate food additive used to bind meat fragments together, enhancing the texture and appearance of processed meats. 

While widely deemed safe by prominent food safety authorities, there are health concerns related to potential bacterial contamination.