Pakistani Chapli Kebab

Chapli kebab is a form of kebabs widely popular in Pakistan. Mixed together with a South Asian blend of spices, the beef is flattened into circles and shallow-fried. The patty must have a charred exterior for an authentic look and flavor! Serve in a bun with pickled red onions or with a side of pita bread. Add my traditional raita (yogurt dip) to your beautiful platter!

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 11 mins
• Total Time: 41 mins
• Calories: 312 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 pound ground beef
• ¾ teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 red onion, finely chopped
• cooking spray
• 1 tomato, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons ginger-garlic paste
• ¼ cup finely chopped cilantro
• ¾ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• ¼ cup finely chopped mint
• 2 teaspoons coriander seeds, crushed
• ¼ cup vegetable oil for frying, or more as needed
• 2 tomato, sliced into rounds

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Spray a small skillet with cooking spray; warm over medium-high heat. Pour egg into the skillet; cook and stir until scrambled and set, 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 2

Combine scrambled egg, beef, chopped tomato, onion, cilantro, mint, ginger-garlic paste, coriander seeds, salt, cumin, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Mix by hand until well combined. Shape mixture into patties. Press a tomato slice into the center of each patty.

Step 3

Heat oil in a deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Cook patties in the hot oil in batches until charred, 4 to 6 minutes per side.