“Authentic Shammi Kabab: A Mouth-Watering Blend of Meat, Spices and Lentils”
Shammi kabab is a traditional Indian dish that is famous for its mouth-watering taste and unique texture. Made with a blend of ground meat, spices, and lentils, this dish is a popular appetizer that is enjoyed by people all over the world. In this recipe, we will guide you through the step-by-step process of making authentic Shammi kabab at home.
Ingredients:
- 500g ground lamb or beef
- 1 cup Chana dal (split Bengal gram)
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste
- 1 tablespoon garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon red chili powder
- 1 tablespoon coriander powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 egg, beaten
- Fresh coriander leaves, finely chopped for garnish
Instructions:
- Rinse the Chana dal under running water and soak it in water for 2-3 hours. Drain the water and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, soaked Chana dal, chopped onions, green chilies, ginger paste, garlic paste, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well and knead the mixture for 5-10 minutes to ensure that all the ingredients are well combined.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a non-stick pan. Once the oil is hot, add the meat mixture and cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until the meat is cooked through and the moisture has evaporated.
- Remove the pan from heat and allow the mixture to cool down for a few minutes.
- Once the mixture has cooled down, transfer it to a blender and blend it into a smooth paste. Make sure the paste is not too smooth, leaving some texture is important.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add the beaten egg. Mix well.
- Grease your palms with oil and shape the mixture into small patties or kababs. If you find the mixture is too soft to handle, refrigerate for 30 minutes before shaping.
- Heat a non-stick pan and add some oil to it. Once the oil is hot, place the kababs in the pan and cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown.
- Serve hot with mint chutney, tamarind chutney or ketchup, garnished with finely chopped fresh coriander leaves.
Tips:
- Make sure that the mixture is not too wet, if it is, you can add some breadcrumbs to thicken the mixture.
- You can also use a food processor to blend the mixture, but do not over-blend, leaving some texture is important for the texture of the kabab.
- You can also use mutton, chicken or turkey in place of lamb or beef.
- You can also grill the kababs instead of frying them for a healthier option.
- If you are making this dish for a larger crowd, you can make the kababs smaller in size to serve as appetizers.
In conclusion, Shammi kabab is a delicious and popular dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. With this recipe, you can easily make authentic Shammi kabab at home and impress your guests with your culinary skills.