Embark on a culinary journey to Egypt with this incredible Meat Kebab recipe, bursting with the fresh flavors of mint and cilantro. Egyptian cuisine is renowned for its masterful use of herbs and spices, and this dish is a perfect example. These kebabs are wonderfully juicy and aromatic, making them a fantastic choice for a family dinner, a summer barbecue, or a quick weeknight meal. Simple to prepare yet impressively flavorful, they are served with a cool, creamy yogurt sauce that perfectly complements the spiced meat. Let's get cooking!
Egyptian-Style Meat Kebab with Mint and Cilantro
Ingredients for Egyptian-Style Meat Kebab with Mint and Cilantro
- 700 g ground meat
- 30 g mint
- 40 g cilantro
- 1 young onion with greens (scallion or spring onion)
- smoked paprika, curry powder, black pepper, ground cinnamon
- salt, vegetable oil
Ingredients for the Sauce
- 200 g yogurt
- 20 g mint
- 30 g cilantro
- salt
How to Make Egyptian-Style Meat Kebab with Mint and Cilantro
Any meat is suitable, choose according to your taste and budget.
Let's prepare the herbs.
Blend the herbs in a blender to get a green paste.
Any type of meat is suitable; choose according to your taste and budget. The ideal meat-to-fat ratio is 75% meat to 25% fat, which will make the kebabs juicy. Store-bought ground meat is also a good choice.
Prepare the herbs. Pluck the mint leaves from the stems and chop them finely. Chop the cilantro, including the stems and roots, after washing it thoroughly. Finely chop a large young onion and its green tops.
Blend the herbs in a blender to create a green paste. Add it to the ground meat.
Seasoning: add salt to taste, a teaspoon of smoked paprika and curry powder.
Season the mixture: add salt to taste, a teaspoon each of smoked paprika and curry powder, freshly ground black pepper, and half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Pour in 50 ml of ice-cold water.
Mix the ground meat well.
Soak wooden skewers in cold water for about 20 minutes beforehand.
Divide the ground meat into 6 equal parts.
Mix the ground meat thoroughly. I recommend wearing thin disposable gloves and kneading it by hand, like dough.
Soak wooden skewers in cold water for about 20 minutes beforehand.
Divide the meat mixture into 6 equal parts. For perfectly uniform kebabs, it’s best to weigh each portion.
Place a wet wooden skewer in the middle and form a sausage shape.
Take a portion of the meat in your palm and flatten it into a patty. Place a wet wooden skewer in the center and mold the meat around it into a sausage shape. You can also place the sausage on a board and gently roll it, like a piece of dough, to make it perfectly smooth. Repeat with the remaining meat.
Place the kebabs on a preheated skillet.
Fry until golden brown on one side, then flip and brown the other side.
Place the cooked meat kebab on a plate.
Heat a skillet well and grease it with refined, odorless vegetable oil. Place the kebabs on the hot skillet.
Fry until golden brown on one side, then flip and brown the other side. Finally, turn the kebabs on their sides to cook through. The total cooking time should not exceed 10 minutes.
Place the cooked meat kebabs on a plate. I suggest frying them in small batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet.
Let's make a refreshing yogurt sauce that will perfectly complement the dish.
Make a refreshing yogurt sauce that perfectly complements the dish. Pour cold yogurt or low-fat smetana (a type of sour cream) into a tall blender cup. Thoroughly wash the mint leaves and cilantro, shake off the water, chop them, and add to the yogurt. Salt to taste. Blend for a few minutes until you get a light green sauce.
Serve with yogurt sauce and fresh bread. Enjoy your meal!
Arrange green lettuce leaves on a plate and place the Egyptian-style meat kebabs with mint and cilantro on top. Serve with the yogurt sauce and fresh bread.
And there you have it—delicious Egyptian-Style Meat Kebabs ready to be enjoyed! The aroma of the spices and fresh herbs will fill your kitchen, promising a truly special meal. Serve these kebabs hot off the skillet with the refreshing yogurt sauce, fluffy pita bread, and a simple salad for a complete and satisfying experience. Don't hesitate to experiment with different types of meat or even try grilling them for an extra smoky flavor. We hope this recipe brings a taste of Egyptian sunshine to your table. Enjoy your meal!
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