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Seekh Kebab

Pakistan

The sizzling sound and smoke of charcoal seekh kebab stalls is the defining sensory experience of Pakistani bazaars.

Minced beef or lamb threaded onto skewers with onion and spices, grilled over charcoal. Pakistan's most famous street food.

Authentic Pakistan Seekh Kebab recipe
Prep
20 mins
Cook
15 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
375 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

500gbeef or lamb mince, finely minced
1onion, grated and squeezed dry
4 clovesgarlic, crushed
1 pieceginger, grated
2 tspcumin
1 tspcoriander
1 tspchilli powder
coriander and mint chutneyto serve

Method

1

Mix all ingredients thoroughly. Refrigerate 1 hour.

2

Thread onto flat skewers, pressing firmly.

3

Grill over charcoal, turning, for 12-15 minutes.

4

Serve with naan, raw onion and chutneys.

Chef's Tip

Squeeze excess moisture from the grated onion before adding — wet mince won't stay on the skewer.

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