Iraqi Fried Kabobs

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 2

Aromatic and Flavorful Iraqi Fried Kabobs for Your Dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

416

Sugar

Fat

36g

Iraqi Fried Kabobs are a popular and traditional dish in Iraq. These kabobs are flavorful and aromatic, making them perfect for a delicious dinner with family and friends. The ground beef is mixed with onion, parsley, and salt, then shaped into cylinders and fried until they are browned and fully cooked. The kabobs are typically served with dipping sauces or alongside other Middle Eastern dishes such as hummus or tabbouleh. This dish is simple to make and has been enjoyed by generations of families.

Instructions

1.	In a pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2.	In a large bowl, mix ground beef, diced onion, parsley, and salt together until well combined.
3.	Take a handful of the beef mixture and shape into a cylinder on a skewer, repeat with the remaining mixture to make 4 kabobs.
4.	Place the kabobs into the pan and fry for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, or until the kabobs are browned and fully cooked.
5.	Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

PROS

Iraqi Fried Kabobs are filling and packed with flavor.
They are perfect for a hearty and satisfying dinner.

This dish is easy to make and requires only a few simple ingredients.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories due to the use of ground beef and vegetable oil.

People with dietary restrictions such as vegetarians or those with certain health conditions may not be able to enjoy this dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish may not be the healthiest option, it does provide a good source of protein from the ground beef.
Parsley is a good source of vitamin K, which supports heart and bone health.

	1 cup vegetable oil
	1 lb ground beef
	1/2 small onion , diced into very small pieces
	1 tablespoon parsley
	1/2 tablespoon salt