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Tofu Shami Kebab
🇵🇰 Pakistani

Tofu Shami Kebab

🇵🇰 Pakistani

Crisp-edged patties of tofu with a soft heart — pan-fried and made for dipping. Ready in 24 minutes including prep.

Prep 15 min Cook 9 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1 tsp
  • Onion1 small, grated
  • Ghee3 tbsp, for frying
  • Eggs1, beaten
  • Tofu400 g
  • Lentils100 g
  • Breadcrumbs80 g

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantrohandful, to finish

Instructions

  1. 1

    Chop or mash the tofu finely, then mix with the breadcrumbs, egg, grated onion and garam masala.

  2. 2

    Season generously, then shape into 8 small patties with wet hands.

  3. 3

    Chill for 15 minutes so they hold their shape in the pan.

  4. 4

    Shallow-fry in the Ghee over medium heat for 3-4 minutes a side until crusty and cooked through.

  5. 5

    Drain briefly and serve with yogurt, fresh cilantro and wedges of lemon.

Chef's tip

Let the dish rest 5 minutes off the heat before serving so the flavours settle.

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