Recipe of Seekh Kebab

Seekh (skewers) kabab could be without seekh (skewers) and served along with yogurt dip and a salad of onion.

Let's make seekh kabab in a traditional way.

Ingredients

For the Kababs:

• 500g (1 lb) ground beef or lamb (substitute: chicken for a leaner option)

• 1 small onion, finely chopped (squeeze excess water)

• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

• 1 tbsp mint leaves, chopped (optional for freshness)

• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

• 1 tsp cumin powder

• 1 tsp coriander powder

• 1 tsp garam masala

• ½ tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)

• ½ tsp turmeric powder

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp gram flour (besan) or breadcrumbs (for binding)

• 1 tbsp oil (for brushing)

Before We Start

• Use cold meat – Helps the kababs hold shape.

• Remove excess moisture – Squeeze onions before adding.

• Chill before shaping – 30 minutes in the fridge makes it easier.

Instructions

Prepare the Mixture

Step 1: Take a bowl, add ground meat, and all spices (ginger-garlic paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder), cilantro, mint leaves (chopped), black pepper, salt, onion (finely chopped), lemon juice, and gram flour.

Step 2: Mix well and knead it until combined and sticky.

Step 3: Cover the bowl and let it rest for 3 minutes in the refrigerator.

Shape the Kababs

Step 4: Take out the bowl, scoop a small portion of the mixture, and shape it round over skewers (seekhen) or a wooden stick simply.

Step 5: To shape it over wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes to avoid burning.

Step 6: If you don't have sticks or skewers, shape the mixture by hand into long patties.

Cook the Kababs

Step 7: There are different ways to cook them. If you are not using a grill, you can use a stovetop or oven. Here are the solutions for you:

Grill (Best Flavor)

• Preheat the grill and brush it with oil.

• Place kababs over it and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning slowly as they cook.

Stovetop (Quickest)

• Heat a tawa or pan, pour some oil, and place over medium flame.

• Cook kababs for 6-8 minutes until browned.

Oven (Easiest)

• Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

• Bake kababs for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.

Finish It

After cooking the seekh kababs, place them on a tray or plate. Add a few mint leaves and serve with chutney (sauce) or yogurt sauce. Enjoy every bite!

Serve

Use a wooden platter or sizzling one (your choice). Serve on a cast iron or copper dish (as it was traditional). Garnish with lemon wedges or fresh coriander. Place small bowls of chutney (sauce) and yogurt dip (raita). Add tissues and a tablecloth for a decent look. A cup of tea or lemonade will go best as a drink.

What Goes with Seekh Kababs

Pairing seekh kababs is not difficult! Here are some ideas:

Side Dishes:

• Naan, paratha, or poori (I prefer)

• Chutney sauces (green, red, tamarind sauce)

• Salad (cucumber or onion salad)

• Yogurt dip with salad mixed in

• French fries or masala fries

Drinks:

• Mint lemonade

• Cold sweetened lime soda

• Lassi

• Masala chai

There are versatile ways to pair seekh kababs—be a PAIRER!

Recipes Related to Seekh Kababs

Raita with Seekh Kabab?

Ingredients:

• 1 cup yogurt

• Pinch of salt

• Coriander leaves

• A few mint leaves

• 1 green chili

• 1 clove of garlic

Steps: 

1. Have coriander leaves, garlic clove, and green chili blended into a granular paste.

2. Take a bowl, add yogurt and salt, whisk it, then add the coriander-chili paste and whisk again.

3. Green yogurt dip with skewered kebab (green chutney with seekh kabab). Done!

Salad with Seekh Kabab?

Ingredients:

• 1 medium onion

• 1 medium tomato

• 1 green chili

• Dried mint leaves

• Pinch of cumin seeds

• Lemon squeeze

Steps:

1. Cut an onion into ring circles, chop green chili, and cut tomatoes into pieces. Place them on a plate and mix.

2. Rub the cumin seeds between your fingers, sprinkle over the salad, add dried mint leaves, and squeeze lemon over it.

3. Mix the whole salad well—and done!

How to Make Seekh Kabab Masala at Home?

Ingredients:

• Coriander powder

• Cumin

• Garam masala

• Red chili

• Black pepper

• Salt

Steps: 

1. In a jar, add all the spices, mix well, and use it.

How to Make Seekh Kabab Chicken?

Ingredients:

• Minced chicken

• Onion

• Garlic

• Spices

• Bread crumbs

Steps:

1. Add all ingredients into a bowl, mix well, shape around seekh (skewers), and grill or fry until golden brown.

How to Make Seekh Kabab Roll?

Ingredients:

• Cooked seekh kebabs

• Roti

• Yogurt sauce

• Salad

Steps:

1. Place kebab in roti, add sauce and salad over it, roll tightly, and serve.

Seekh Kabab Juicy and Soft?

• Use butter or cream in the mixture.

• Onion has water itself, so add very little onion.

• Cook over medium heat to prevent dryness.

How Much Time Does Frozen Seekh Kabab Last?

• Store in an airtight bag for up to 3 months.

• Reheat in an oven or pan before serving.

  
  

Conclusion

Take a bowl, add ground meat, and all spices (cilantro, ginger-garlic paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, black pepper, salt), onion, mint, lemon juice, and gram flour. Mix everything well by hand, ensuring proper binding. Cover the bowl and let it rest for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

After the resting time, take the bowl out, scoop out the mixture, and shape it around stick skewers or by hand if not available. If using wooden skewers, soak them for 20 minutes to prevent burning.

Now, time to cook the seekh kababs:

• Grill: Preheat the grill, apply oil, place the kababs, and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning as they cook.

• Stovetop: Preheat a pan, add 1 tbsp oil over medium heat, place the kababs, and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned.

• Oven: Preheat to 200°C (400°F) and bake for 15-20 minutes.

Once done, swirl the sauce and serve along with yogurt sauce.

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