Shami Kebabs Recipe

Name: Shami Kebabs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds ground beef; 1/2 cup dried yellow split peas; 1 onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced; 2 whole large (black) cardamom pods (see Tips, below); 3 whole small (green) cardamom pods; 1 (4-inch) cinnamon stick, broken in half; 2 whole cloves; 6 whole dried red chiles, such as guajillos; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 large egg; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Servings: persons

2 pounds ground beef
1/2 cup dried yellow split peas
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ginger, minced
2 whole large (black) cardamom pods (see Tips, below)
3 whole small (green) cardamom pods
1 (4-inch) cinnamon stick, broken in half
2 whole cloves
6 whole dried red chiles, such as guajillos
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 cups vegetable oil for frying

1
In large pot, combine ground beef, split peas, onions, garlic, ginger, black and green cardamom pods, cinnamon sticks, cloves, chiles, salt, and 1 cup water. Bring to boil, then lower heat to moderate and simmer, uncovered, until meat is brown and mixture is very dry, about 30 minutes. (Be sure that all water has evaporated.) Remove from heat and cool.
2
When cool enough to handle, transfer mixture, including whole spices and chiles, to food processor. Grind until smooth and soft - texture should be finer than for hamburgers, but not so fine that it becomes extremely sticky. In large bowl, using hands, mix together ground meat, egg, and cilantro. Pressing firmly, form mixture into patties about 2 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick.
3
In large, heavy skillet over moderate heat, heat oil until hot but not smoking. Working in batches of 4 to 6, fry patties until browned, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

1783

kcal

Calories

168

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds ground beef, 1/2 cup dried yellow split peas, 1 onion, chopped, 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped, and more.

Yes, Shami Kebabs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Shami Kebabs

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