Shami Kabab

Shami Kabab Shami Kababingredients

1 tbsp coriander seeds1 tsp whole black peppercorns2 inch piece cinnamon stick1 small black cardamom2 green cardamom pods4 whole cloves1 tsp cumin seeds600 gram ground beef, (preferably full-fat)180 gram chana dal (gram lentil)1 medium onion, roughly chopped8-10 garlic cloves1 inch piece ginger1 medium bay leaf1 Tbsp red chili flakessalt according to taste

To Mix

1 small onion, coarsely chopped1 green chili pepper, thinly sliced1/2-1/3 cup cilantro leaves2 tbsp mint leaves1 egg, whisked

Method

In a medium pot, add all of the ingredients listed under along with the freshly ground spices and 2 1/2 cups of water.Place the lid ajar and continue to cook on high heat for 50 minutes to 1 hour to completely evaporate any moisture. Turn off the heat and allow to cool.Combine the onion, green chili pepper, cilantro, and mint in the bowl of a food processor. Use the pulse setting to finely chop. Transfer to a large bowl.Add the cooled beef and lentil mixture to the food processor. process this mixture until as smooth as possible. Add the whisked egg and mix to combine.
Using oiled hands, shape 1⁄4 cup heaped of the mixture into a flat, round patty.Beat one egg in a bowl. Heat a large skillet.Dip both sides of each patty into the egg wash and shallow fry.Serve with chutney!