Shami Kabab (Bun Kabab)

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 3
Indulge in the famous Shami Kabab (Bun Kabab) from Pakistan
in Main

Prep

180 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

200 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef
1 tablespoon garlic paste
1 tablespoon ginger paste
1 teaspoon ground coriander , or more to taste
1 teaspoon ground cumin , or more to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon ground red chile pepper , or to taste
salt to taste
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup chana dal
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
Breading :
2 eggs
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon ground red chile pepper , or to taste
salt to taste
1/4 cup bread crumbs , or as needed ( optional )
1/4 cup vegetable oil , or as needed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
480
Sugar
1g
Fat
29g
Shami Kabab (Bun Kabab) is a popular fast food item in Pakistan. It is sold on roadside stalls and is also available in restaurants and food courts. The kababs are made from minced beef mixed with spices and chana dal. The mixture is then fried and served in a bun with sliced onions, tomatoes and mint chutney. This meal is commonly eaten as a snack or as a quick meal. It is loved by people of all ages and backgrounds. The kababs are soft, flavorful and have a unique texture which makes them a crowd favorite.

Instructions

1.Soak chana dal in water for 2-3 hours. Drain and set aside.
2.In a pressure cooker, add beef, garlic paste, ginger paste, coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, red chilli powder and salt.
3.Add 1/2 cup water and chana dal. Cook on high heat for 5 minutes after the first whistle.
4.Reduce heat and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let the pressure release naturally.
5.Once the mixture has cooled down, blend in a food processor until smooth.
6.Add cilantro and mix well.
7.In a separate bowl, mix eggs, cilantro, red chilli powder and salt.
8.Make small balls of the meat mixture and flatten them.
9.Dip each flattened kabab in egg mix and then coat with breadcrumbs.
10.Heat oil in a pan and fry the kababs until golden brown on both sides.
11.Serve the kababs in buns with sliced onions, tomatoes and mint chutney.
12.

PROS

Shami Kababs are a tasty and filling meal.

They are an excellent source of protein and are full of flavor.

CONS

Shami Kababs are not a healthy meal choice due to their high calorie and fat content.

They should be enjoyed as an occasional treat rather than a regular meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a good source of protein, iron and vitamin B12 which are necessary for all bodily functions.
Chana dal is high in protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals which help in the overall functioning of the body.

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