Koobideh Kebab Recipe

재료

1 lb ground beef

1 yellow onion grated and squeezed

¼ teaspoon turmeric

1 garlic clove minced

1 ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste

¾ teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon saffron water optional

방향

In a mixing bowl, add beef and all the remaining ingredients and mix well until you see the threads of fat run through the meat. You will need to apply gentle pressure almost like you're kneading the meat.

*Be sure to squeeze out moisture from the grated onions using a cheese cloth.

Marinate for at least 25-30 mins.

When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 425F-450F and divide the kebabs into 5-6 balls.

Form one ball into a log by gently rolling in your palm and slide onto a flat skewer. Working fast, shape the kebabs onto the skewers till you get even thickness, then using your thumb and forefinger, create indentation marks that are characteristic of kebabs. Wet your hands as you work the meat.

Place the skewers on a baking tray to keep the meat elevated as it cooks.

Place the tray in the oven and bake for 7 mins on each side. Turn on the broiler for 2 more minutes. Total cooking time will be roughly 15-18 mins depending on your oven. If cooking on a charcoal grill, kebabs will usually cook in about 10-12 mins.

Once cooked, slide off the skewer immediately and serve with Persian-style Basmati rice, green sauce/tzatziki and roasted green chili.