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Chapli Kabob

Afghan cuisine is absolutely incredible and one of my favorite dishes they have is Chapli Kabob! It is like a well-seasoned hamburger or flattened kefta packed with spices, herbs, and veggies. Serve it with pilaf rice, veggies, and plain yogurt to make it a full meal!
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Yields8 to 10 kabobs
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Servings8 to 10 kabobs

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 80/20 ground beef
  • 1/2 red onion, finely diced
  • 1 serrano chili, finely diced
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 3 mint leaves, finely chopped
  • 2 crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon garlic paste
  • 2 teaspoons ginger paste
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup cornmeal
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons coriander
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 1/8 teaspoon cardamom
  • ghee, for frying

Instructions 

  1. To a bowl add the ground beef, red onion, chili, cilantro, green onion, mint, tomato, garlic, ginger, egg, cornmeal, chili powder, paprika, cumin, coriander, garam masala, salt, black pepper, chili flakes, and cardamom.
  2. Mix together very well with your hands to incorporate.
  3. To a pan over medium heat, get the pan hot.
  4. Add ghee to the pan, enough to shallow fry the chapli.
  5. Form the ground beef into large thin patties - keeping in mind they will shrink as they cook.
  6. Add the shaped patties into the pan, as many that can fit into your pan comfortably.
  7. Cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on one side. Allow it to crisp up on one side until golden brown on the edges. Flip over and sear on the other side too.
  8. Serve with plain yogurt, chutney, and some rice to enjoy!

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