Lamb Seekh Kebab - Indian - Healthy Life Trainer

Name: Lamb Seekh Kebab - Indian
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 75 min
Ingredients: 750 g ground lamb; 2 onions; 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves; 1/3 cup cilantro; 1 tbsp fresh ginger; 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1 1/2 tsp ground coriander; 1 1/2 tsp paprika; 1 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper; 2 tbsp vegetable oil

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Lamb Seekh Kebab is my favourite Indian dish! Spicy grilled lamb skewers seasoned with fresh herbs, onion and ginger and loaded with Indian flavors. Yum!

Indian Lamb Seekh Kebab

I liked this recipe; it is a twist to my Egyptian Kofta Recipe (Kofta Kebab), which I made with ground beef.

This recipe is filled with rich seasoning and spices like cilantro, mint leaves, and ground cumin that are sure to create a bold, spicy, and savory flavor.

Grilling this dish gives it a crispy interior. But when you bite into the lamb, you'll experience a juicy and tender texture that will leave you satisfied.

In my opinion: Fresh ground lamb and spices are the keys to the success of this recipe both in texture and taste!

This is a family-friendly recipe, I usually serve it with Angel Hair Pasta, Marmite Pasta, or Vegetable Pasta Bake.

Indian lamb seekh kebab garnished with parsley.

Ingredients

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Ground Lamb. Ground lamb meat has a higher fat content, so it's ideal for grilling as it will remain tender and moist all throughout the process. You may use ground beef or equal parts beef and lamb instead of just lamb.

Onions. Onions add a subtle sweetness to this recipe. Onions also help in keeping the kebab moist even after grilling.

Fresh Mint Leaves. Fresh mint leaves are great aromatics for this recipe.

Fresh Cilantro. Cilantro puts a unique, and a bit citrusy flavor to the kebab marinade that complements the rich and savory flavor of the lamb.

Fresh Ginger. Fresh ginger adds a distinctive aroma and flavor to this recipe.

Seasonings: I used ground coriander, sweet paprika, ground cumin, cayenne pepper and salt.

Vegetable Oil. I use just a little bit to brush the meat skewers with the oil. You can use olive oil instead.

How To Make Indian Lamb Seekh Kebab

In the food processor, add onion, ginger, mint, and cilantro and blitz until mixed all together (photo 1 & 2).

Mix ground lamb, the onion mixture and all the spices.

In a large bowl, add the ground lamb, the onion mixture and all the spices and mix well until combined (photo 3 & 4). Cover and put in the fridge for 1-2 hours.

Pro Tip: Marinate the ground lamb in the onion mixture and a variety of spices overnight instead of just a few minutes or hours. This helps to infuse the ground lamb with flavor and tenderize the meat.

Mold all the meat onto skewers and the brush with oil.

Divide the lamb mixture into 10 equal portions and mold all the portions onto skewers to form a sausage shape (photo 5 & 6).

Tip: I used wooden skewers and they work just fine, like the long metal skewer.

Pro Tip: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least an hour before using them. The moisture and wetness of the skewers help to prevent them from burning when cooking the kebabs.

Add the meat skewers on a preheat the grill and cook.

Preheat the grill pan, brush the meat skewers with the oil then cook for 9-10 minutes, turning frequently, until browned on all sides. Serve warm! (photo 7 & 8).

Tip: Preheat your grill to high heat before cooking the kebabs so they won't stick to the grill.

Serving Ideas

For a quick and easy meal out of this recipe, serve Lamb Seekh Kebab on warm Gyro bread with some lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and a dollop of greek yogurt.

For a filling and complete meal, serving this dish on top of Turmeric Rice or Cajun Rice Dressing is ideal!

You can also serve this dish with salad such as Summer Coleslaw Salad, Spicy Potato Salad or Elote Corn Salad.

Recipe FAQs

Can I grill Lamb Seekh Kebab in the oven?

If you don't have a grill, you can cook Lamb Seekh Kebab in the oven. Preheat your oven to 375°F and place the kebabs on a baking pan lined with parchment paper. It will be ready in 20 minutes.

What skewer should I use in grilling Lamb Seekh Kebab?

Metal skewers are better than wooden skewers since they are more durable. However, metal skewers can be too hot to touch when grilling so be sure you're using oven mitts or tongs.

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