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Authentic Shami Kabab – Soft, Flavorful Minced Meat

Shruthi
Shami Kabab is a traditional dish made from minced meat and lentils. The mixture is cooked with spices and shaped into patties. These patties are fried until lightly crisp. The inside remains soft and flavorful. Shami Kababs are perfect as snacks or appetizers. This dish is rich, delicious, and satisfying.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Mughlai, south asian
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g minced meat (chicken or mutton)
  • ½ cup split chickpeas (chana dal)
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1-inch ginger piece
  • 2 green chilies
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons coriander leaves
  • Oil for frying

Instructions
 

  • Wash and soak chana dal for 30 minutes.
  • Add minced meat and chana dal to a pot.
  • Add onion, garlic, ginger, and spices.
  • Add a little water and cook until soft.
  • Cook until water dries.
  • Cool the mixture.
  • Grind into a smooth paste.
  • Add coriander leaves and egg.
  • Shape into patties.
  • Shallow fry until golden.

Notes

  • Use fresh minced meat.
  • Do not add too much water.
  • Grind mixture smoothly.
  • Chill before shaping.
  • Fry on medium heat.
  • Use fresh spices.
  • Add egg for binding.
  • Store refrigerated.
Keyword chapli kabab recipe, Meat Snack, Minced Meat Patties, Mughlai Recipe, Shami Kabab, Traditional Kabab