Authentic Shami Kebab Recipe - Ground Meat Kababs

Shami Kebab is a popular Pakistani and Indian meat dish made with ground meat, lentils, and a blend of aromatic spices. These savory kababs are soft, flavorful, and perfect as a snack or side dish. This recipe will guide you through the process of making authentic Shami Kebabs at home, so you can enjoy this delicious dish anytime!

Ingredients

• 1 cup boneless chicken, cut into small pieces
• ½ cup Split Bengal gram (chana dal), soaked for 3-4 hours
• 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1-inch piece ginger
• 2 green chilies, chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 egg, beaten
• Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish

Directions

1. In a pot, combine the soaked chana dal with chicken, chopped onion, garlic cloves, ginger, green chilies, and enough water to cover the ingredients.
2. Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until the chicken and lentils are cooked and tender.
3. Once cooked, drain any excess water and transfer the mixture to a food processor.
4. Add cumin powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, and salt to the food processor.
5. Blend everything together until you have a smooth mixture.
6. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
7. Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a flat kebab.
8. Dip the kebab into beaten egg and carefully place it in the hot oil.
9. Fry the kebab on both sides until golden brown and crispy.
10. Remove the kebab from the pan and drain on a paper towel.
11. Repeat this process with the remaining mixture.
12. Garnish the Shami Kebabs with fresh coriander leaves.
13. Serve hot with mint chutney or ketchup as a snack or side dish.

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