Lamb Seekh Kebab is one of the most beloved dishes in Indian cuisine. These spicy grilled lamb skewers are made with fresh herbs, onion, ginger and loaded with Indian flavors.

Serve this dish with Creamy Avocado Sauce Pasta, Greek Yogurt Mac and Cheese, Or Pasta with Breadcrumbs.

Also, check Traditional Irish Lamb Stew.

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• What Is Indian Lamb Seekh Kebab
• Why Does This Recipe Work?
• Ingredients
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• How To Make Indian Lamb Seekh Kebab
• Top Tips!
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• Storage
• Recipe FAQs
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What Is Indian Lamb Seekh Kebab

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. The natural sweetness of the ground lamb is balanced out by the warmth, depth, and earthy notes of the other ingredients.

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. The succulent ground lamb and the aromatic spices used in this recipe surely make a perfect pair.

Indian families usually serve this kebab as an appetizer or side dish for any meal of the day. It could be lunch or dinner, whenever you feel like wanting to eat something filling.

This dish is preferred by many since it is really a great and delicious addition to any meal. A barbecue party is also made even better if you are planning to grill this dish instead of the common pounds of the beef patty!

Why Does This Recipe Work?

• This recipe has so much potential, especially since you can make sure you are using the freshest ingredients you can find. Fresh ground lamb and spices are the keys to the success of this recipe both in texture and taste!
• A simple dish that goes well with lots of sides, such as Angel Hair Pasta, Marmite Pasta, or Vegetable Pasta Bake.
• Since you are making this dish at home with the choice of buying ingredients in bulk for larger servings, this is indeed a budget-friendly recipe.
• If you are looking for a delicious addition to your game day or barbecue party, this recipe is the perfect choice for you. It's filled with promising savory and spicy flavors that everyone will definitely love.
• This is a family-friendly recipe. Everyone in the house can enjoy a serving or two of this dish, plus making this recipe can also be a great bonding activity for your family!
• If you like lamb recipes, check these too! Lamb Moussaka (so delicious and easy to make!), Lamb Tikka Masala and Creamy Lamb Korma are tasty and perfect for a family dinner.

Ingredients

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. The fact that ground lamb contributes to the flavor and better mouthfeel of this dish. Plus, ground lamb has the advantage of being easier to shape into kebabs than other meats.

Onions. Onions add a subtle sweetness to this recipe. It's a great balance with all the spices this recipe has. Onions also help in keeping the kebab moist even after grilling.

Fresh Mint Leaves. Fresh mint leaves are great aromatics for this recipe, leaving you with more cravings for a bite or two of this dish. It also provides a fresher note of flavor that helps ease out the spice.

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. Its sweet, warm, and citrusy taste complements the rest of the spices to make this dish savory and rich.

Ground Cumin. It has a very prominent and uniquely warm and earthy flavor that adds depth and heat to the dish.

Ground Coriander. It is a usual addition to many Indian dishes. It doesn't only add more depth to the dish, but it also imparts freshness that gives this recipe a better mouthfeel. With cilantro, ground coriander is a practical addition to the recipe.

Paprika. Paprika does not only add a sweet and spicy combo to this recipe. It's known for having a bright red color, so when added to the ground lamb, the kebab will have a visually appealing and mouth-watering look!

Salt. It brings out the natural flavor of the ground lamb since it coaxes the moisture and fat out of the meat. It also helps in tenderizing this dish without making it dry.

Cayenne Pepper. If you are fond of spicy dishes, make this Indian dish one of your favorite hot and spicy recipes to make at home. Cayenne pepper turns this recipe mildly hot and spicy, that will surely taste good once grilled. Cayenne pepper, like salt, enhances the natural flavor of the ground lamb too!

Vegetable Oil. Since this is a grilled recipe, you need an oil with a high smoke point, and vegetable oil is a good choice for it! It also has a neutral flavor that won't affect the taste of your kebab.

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Variations & Substitutions

• If you love a cheesy, hot, and spicy kebab, just add a cube of cheese between each kebab. The cheese will melt and ooze out when you bite into the kebab.
• For a lesser heat and spice, you may opt out of cayenne pepper and paprika for ground black pepper.
• If you love extra spicy food, add ½ teaspoon of red chili flakes or chili powder.
• You may use any other type of meat, such as ground beef or equal parts beef and lamb.
• Use olive oil instead of vegetable Oil.
• For more Indian flavors, add ½ teaspoon of garam masala.

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).

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

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

Top Tips!

• Blitzing onions makes it easier for them to attach themselves to the ground lamb, and once grilled they can impart a somewhat crisp texture to the lamb.
• 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.
• 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.
• Preheat your grill to high heat before cooking the kebabs so they won't stick to the grill.
• Wooden skewers work just fine, like the long metal skewer.

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, Elote Corn Salad, Tomato And Onion Salad and Japanese Seaweed Salad.

Storage

Refrigerate your uncooked Lamb Seekh Kebab in an airtight container for a day. If it's already grilled, it can stay refrigerated for 3 days.

Freezing an already grilled Lamb Seekh Kebab is not a great idea since it'll cause the kebab to dry out.

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