Spicy Minced Beef Kebabs With Hot Chickpea Puree

Name: Spicy Minced Beef Kebabs With Hot Chickpea Puree
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs minced beef; 1 medium onion, grated; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 2 teaspoons paprika; 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh coriander, chopped; Chickpea Puree; 1 1/4 cups dried garbanzo beans, soaked overnight drained and cooked; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 lemon, juice of; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 teaspoon cumin seed; 2 tablespoons light tahini; 4 tablespoons thick Greek yogurt; 3 tablespoons butter, melted

Servings: persons

1 1/4 lbs minced beef
1 medium onion, grated
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons paprika
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh coriander, chopped
Chickpea Puree
1 1/4 cups dried garbanzo beans, soaked overnight drained and cooked
1/4 cup olive oil
1 lemon, juice of
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon cumin seed
2 tablespoons light tahini
4 tablespoons thick Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons butter, melted

1
Mix all of the first 8 ingredients together, knead well then place into food processor and process until smooth.
2
Place into a dish, cover and leave to stand for 1 hour.
3
Preheat the oven to 200C 400u00b0F.
4
In a food processor, process the chickpeas, olive oil, lemon, garlic, cumin, tahini and yoghurt, season and put into ovenproof dish, cover with foil and heat through for 20 mins in the oven.
5
Divide the meat mix into 6 portions and mould each onto metal skewer so that the meat resembles a fat sausage, cook 4-5 mins each side.
6
Pour melted butter over the hot chickpea puree and serve with salad and crusty bread.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 lbs minced beef, 1 medium onion, grated, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 2 teaspoons ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Spicy Minced Beef Kebabs With Hot Chickpea Puree 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!