Authentic Chapli Kabab Recipe | Juicy & Spicy Minced Meat Kebabs
Learn how to make authentic Chapli Kabab, a traditional Pakistani kebab made with minced meat, aromatic spices, and fresh herbs. These juicy, flavorful kebabs are perfect for dinner or special occasions.
Preparation is 20 minutes and the recorded cooking time is 15 minutes. The method also includes a 30-minute rest. These are not combined into one total: the rest is separate, and cooking time depends on how many batches fit in the pan.
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Ingredients
- •500 g Ground beef or lamb
- •2 medium Onions, finely chopped
- •2 medium Tomatoes, finely chopped
- •3-4 Green chilies, chopped
- •1/2 cup Fresh coriander, chopped
- •1 tablespoon Ginger paste
- •1 tablespoon Garlic paste
- •2 tablespoons Crushed coriander seeds
- •1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- •1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- •1 teaspoon Garam masala
- •to taste Salt
- •1 Egg
- •2 tablespoons Cornflour
- •as needed Oil for frying
Scale this recipe
Original yield: 6 servings. Adjust for your table.
- Ground beef or lamb500 g
- Onions, finely chopped2 medium
- Tomatoes, finely chopped2 medium
- Green chilies, chopped3-4
- Fresh coriander, chopped1/2 cup
- Ginger paste1 tablespoon
- Garlic paste1 tablespoon
- Crushed coriander seeds2 tablespoons
- Cumin seeds1 teaspoon
- Red chili powder1 teaspoon
- Garam masala1 teaspoon
- Saltto taste
- Egg1
- Cornflour2 tablespoons
- Oil for fryingas needed
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Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat with finely chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, and fresh coriander.
- 2
Add ginger paste, garlic paste, crushed coriander seeds, cumin seeds, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt to the meat mixture.
- 3
Mix all ingredients thoroughly with your hands until well combined. The mixture should be slightly sticky.
- 4
Add the egg and cornflour to bind the mixture together. Mix well.
- 5
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and make shaping easier.
- 6
Take a portion of the mixture (about 1/2 cup) and shape it into a flat, round patty about 1/2 inch thick and 4-5 inches in diameter.
- 7
Heat oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
- 8
Carefully place the patties in the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- 9
Fry for 4-5 minutes on the first side until golden brown and crispy.
- 10
Flip carefully and fry for another 4-5 minutes on the other side until cooked through and golden brown.
- 11
Remove from oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- 12
Serve hot with naan bread, mint chutney, sliced onions, and lemon wedges.
Nutrition
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Authentic Chapli Kabab Recipe | Juicy & Spicy Minced Meat Kebabs take to make?
Preparation is 20 minutes and the recorded cooking time is 15 minutes. The method also includes a 30-minute rest. These are not combined into one total: the rest is separate, and cooking time depends on how many batches fit in the pan.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What cuisine is Authentic Chapli Kabab Recipe | Juicy & Spicy Minced Meat Kebabs?
This is a Pakistani main course recipe.
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