Seekh Kebab Recipe: Juicy Kebabs in the Oven or on the Grill
Seekh kebabs are long, spiced kebabs made from minced meat and cooked on skewers. They are perfect for BBQ season, parties and quick weeknight dinners with naan and chutney.
Which mince to buy
A little fat keeps kebabs juicy, so avoid extra-lean mince for this one.
- Ground Lamb & Beef Mix: the best balance of flavour and juiciness
- Lean Ground Beef: add a spoon of oil or ghee to the mix
- Ground Chicken for chicken seekh kebabs
Short on time? Try ready-made Al Shamas Meat Seekh Kebab from the freezer section.
Ingredients (makes about 12 kebabs)
- 1 kg (about 2.2 lb) halal mince
- 1 packet Jazaa Shahi Seekh Kabab Spice Mix, Shan Tikka Seekh Kabab Spice Mix or Handi Seekh Kabab Spice Mix
- 1 medium onion, very finely chopped and squeezed dry
- 2 green chillies and a handful of coriander, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger and garlic paste
- 1 egg or 2 tablespoons roasted gram flour (helps the kebabs hold)
- Metal or soaked wooden skewers
Method
- Mix. Combine everything in a bowl and knead for 3 to 4 minutes until sticky. This is what stops kebabs falling off the skewer.
- Rest. Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
- Shape. With wet hands, press a handful of mixture around each skewer into a long, even sausage shape.
- Cook. Oven: 220°C (425°F) on a rack for 15 to 18 minutes, turning once. BBQ: medium-high heat for 10 to 12 minutes, turning often. Pan: shape without skewers and fry in a little oil, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
- Serve. Brush with a little melted butter and serve with naan, sliced onions, lemon and mint chutney.
Tips
- Squeeze all the water out of the onion, otherwise the kebabs can break.
- Uncooked kebabs freeze well. Freeze on a tray, then bag them.
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