Shami Kebab

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Shami Kebab

Shami Kebab is a traditional Indian recipe for a classic dish of minced beef and lentils mixed with spices that are shaped into patties and either barbecued, grilled or baked. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Indian version of: Shami Kebab.

prep time

20 minutes

cook time

90 minutes

Total Time:

110 minutes

Serves:

4–6

Rating:

Tags : Chilli Recipes Spice Recipes Beef Recipes Baking Recipes Indian Recipes

Shami Kebab: An Indian recipe for a dish of minced beef and lentils mixed with spices that are shaped into patties and either barbecued, grilled or baked.

Ingredients:

450g Lean minced (ground) beef or lamb
80g Dhal (lentils)
1 tsp ground cumin seeds
1 x 3cm length cinnamon stick
6 Whole cloves
1 x 3cm length ginger root; peeled
8 garlic cloves
2 tsp hot Chilli powder
Salt, to taste
700ml Water
1 Onion; chopped
50ml coriander leaves; chopped
3 Green chillies; chopped
2 eggs, beaten

Method:

Soak dhal (or dried peas) in water for 10 minutes, then drain. Put 700ml water in a large pan, and boil the ground beef, dhal and the next 7 ingredients for approximately 45 minutes, or until all the liquid evaporates.

When all of the liquid has evaporated, allow mixture to cool slightly. Add the beaten eggs. Then grind the meat mixture to a fine paste. This can be done in a blender or food processor, the eggs providing the moisture. After the mixture has been made into paste, add the chopped onion, coriander leaves and chillies.

Line a baking tray with aluminium foil. Measure 50g portions onto the baking tray and shape them into patties. Bake in a 180°C (350°F/Gas Mark 4) oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until set. Remove carefully from pan with spatula. Use a grill or even a barbecue on a hot summer day!