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How to cook Koobideh Kabob that Never falls off the skewer?

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Koobideh Kabob

Cultural Context

Koobideh Kabob, originating from Iran, is a beloved dish often enjoyed at family gatherings and celebrations. Traditionally made with a blend of ground lamb and beef, it's seasoned with aromatic spices and grilled on skewers, embodying the essence of Persian cuisine. This dish is not only a staple in Iranian households but has also gained popularity worldwide, inspiring various adaptations and interpretations in different cultures.

PersianIRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
240 grams ground beef
100 grams ground lamb
60 grams fat
2 onions
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon sumac
salt
black pepper

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner and often more affordable.

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: paprika

Turmeric offers a similar color and health benefits at a lower cost.

flatbread

🥗Healthier: whole grain pita

💰Cheaper: tortillas

Whole grain pita adds fiber, while tortillas are often less expensive.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: lean ground beef

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Lean ground beef reduces fat content, while ground chicken is typically cheaper.

1

Mix ground beef, ground lamb, and fat in a large bowl.

2

Grate the onions and squeeze out the juice completely; add them to the meat mixture.

3

Add garlic powder, sumac, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture; mix well.

4

Massage the meat mixture for 10 minutes until it doesn't stick to your hands or the container.

5

Wet your hands with lukewarm water and skewer the meat onto skewers.

6

Preheat the grill to high heat.

7

Place the skewers on the grill; flip them every 5 seconds to prevent the koobideh from falling off.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrillingseasoning

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlskewersgrater

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Also Known As

Kabab KoobidehKababPersian Kabob

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