Shikampuri Kebab
Hyderabadi shikampuri, stuffed kebabs with a yogurt heart. Marinated deep and grilled hard; kebabs are patience rewarded. Classic plate: kebabs, laccha pyaaz, mint chutney, naan.
Ingredients
- Yogurt2 cups, whisked
- Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
- Garam Masala1 tsp
- Saltto taste
- Onion2, finely sliced
- Green Chili2
- Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
- Lemon1
- Ground Lamb500 g
Optional extras
- Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
- Chaat Masala1 tsp
Instructions
- 1
Combine the ground lamb with the yogurt and seasonings; cover and let the fridge do the tenderising.
- 2
Prepare the skewers and the grill or oven — high heat, clean grates.
- 3
Take the skewers out of the fridge 30 minutes ahead — even cooking starts here.
- 4
Grill till the edges catch and blacken slightly — that char is the flavour.
- 5
Slide off the skewers onto the onion, hit it with lemon, and serve immediately.
Chef's tip
Taste as you go — chili heat, salt and sourness should all lift each other, not fight.
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