Kabob Koobideh
Kabob Koobideh is a mouthwatering Persian beef kebab that brings the vibrant flavors of Iran to your dining table. These juicy skewers are made with spiced ground beef and grilled to perfection, offering an irresistible smoky flavor and tender texture. Perfect for summer barbecues or family gatherings, serve them alongside saffron rice and fresh herbs for an authentic culinary experience that will delight your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Persian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 medium onion, grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp sumac
- 1 tbsp Persian spice mix (turmeric, cumin, cardamom)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine grated onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, sumac, and Persian spice mix with the ground beef.
- Mix gently using your hands until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep kabobs tender.
- Shape the meat mixture onto skewers into long oval shapes about half an inch thick.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill kabobs for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through and charred.
- Serve hot with saffron rice or warm pita bread and garnish with extra sumac.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg