green chili peppers (jalapeno, serrano, Thai), blended
¼cupfresh cilantro
¼cupdried chopped onions
1egg (optional)
½teaspoonturmeric powder (or freshly grated)
salt
oil
TOPPINGS
½bunchcilantro, finely chopped
¼cuponion, finely diced (red, yellow, or white)
½cupbell pepper, finely diced (colors can vary)
chili peppers, finely chopped (my favorite)
Instructions
TOPPINGS
Combine the peppers, chillies, onion, and cilantro in one bowl.
Set it aside.
KEBABS
Combine all of the kebab ingredients together and marinate between 30 minutes-2 days in the refrigerator. Marinating for a longer period of time can make the meat taste more flavorful.
Thirty minutes before cooking, remove the mixture from the refrigerator.
Oil your hands and begin to make even sized kebabs. You can use also use skewers
Place them aside until all of the kebabs have been formed.
BAKING METHOD
Heat oven to 375 degrees.
Use an oven safe pan and put enough water in the bottom to cover the entire surface but not touch the grill pan above (this is optional but helps with cleaning and keeps the kebabs moist).
Place the wire rack back on top of the pan.
Oil your hands again, take each kebab, and roll it in the pepper mixture.
Slightly press the mixture into the kebab so it embeds into the meat.
Place the kebab on the rack making sure it is oiled all around.
Bake for about 30 minutes. Timing will vary based on the size of the kebabs, but cook until the center reaches 165 degrees.
Enjoy with raita, sauces, or chutney.
GRIDDLE PAN METHOD
After forming the kebabs heat a griddle to medium high heat.
Cook the kebabs until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
Serve with a dipping suace of choice.
AIR FRYER OPTION
The kebabs can be air fried at 375 degrees for about 12 minutes (depends on size).
Cook until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
Notes
Coarse ground coriander can be added to the recipe.
Egg is optional but can make the kebabs juicier.
Grilling over an open flame or a griddle is a great cooking option as well.
Traditionally eaten with a yogurt sauce like cilantro raita