Description
A flavorful and aromatic dish, Kabab Masala (Seekh Kabab Curry) combines juicy ground beef kababs with a rich and spiced tomato-based gravy. The kababs are first fried to perfection and then simmered in a luscious masala, infused with a smoky flavor, resulting in a dish that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Kababs:
- 1.1 lbs ground beef
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp gram flour (dry roasted)
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 1 slice sandwich bread (soaked in 2 tablespoons milk and mashed)
- 3 tbsp onion (finely diced)
- 3–4 tbsp cilantro (chopped)
- 1–2 green chilies (chopped)
- ¼ cup cooking oil (for frying)
Masala:
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 2 onions (sliced)
- 3 tomatoes (pureed)
- ½ tsp minced ginger
- ½ tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 piece quick-light charcoal (for smoke infusion)
- 1 tbsp cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tbsp ginger (sliced)
- 1–2 green chilies (chopped)
- 3 lemon slices
Instructions
- Kababs: In a large bowl, combine all kabab ingredients and mix well. Refrigerate for 20 minutes. Shape into kababs.
- Frying: Fry kababs in oil until browned. Set aside.
- Masala: Sauté onions until golden. Add tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and spices. Cook until oil separates.
- Cooking: Add partially cooked kababs to the masala. Cook covered for 15–20 minutes.
- Smoky Infusion: Heat charcoal, place in foil bowl in pan, drizzle oil, cover for 5–6 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with ginger, chilies, and coriander. Serve hot with naan or rice.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice levels according to your preference.
- For a richer gravy, you can add a splash of cream at the end.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying, Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: Kabab Masala, Seekh Kabab Curry, Ground Beef, Indian Curry, Smoky Flavor
