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Shami Kebab

Golden-brown, crispy-edged patties made from spiced ground meat, pan-fried on a flat griddle until perfectly charred and juicy.

Total time
60 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
25g
Shami Kebab
ComfortingFestiveSouth AsianHalalBeefCrispyTenderParty

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Soak chana dal in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

  2. Step 2

    In a pot, combine beef, dal, onion, garlic, ginger, chili, salt, and water; simmer until tender and dry.

  3. Step 3

    Cool the mixture, then grind into a smooth paste in a food processor.

  4. Step 4

    Mix in garam masala and shape into small patties.

  5. Step 5

    Heat oil on a flat griddle over medium heat.

  6. Step 6

    Fry patties until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.

  7. Step 7

    Serve hot with mint chutney or yogurt sauce.

Tools you’ll need

  • flat griddle
  • food processor
  • large pot
  • spatula

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