Seekh Kabob
What is Seekh Kabob?
Seekh kabob (سیخ کباب) is ground meat - beef, lamb, or chicken - mixed with onion, fresh herbs, and spices, pressed firmly onto long flat metal skewers and grilled over high heat until the outside is charred and the inside is juicy. The word seekh means "skewer" in Urdu and Dari, and the technique of packing seasoned ground meat onto a metal rod before grilling is one of the oldest and most widely shared in the Central Asian and South Asian culinary world.
The key to a good seekh kabob is the fat content of the meat and the binding - the mixture has to be firm enough to stay on the skewer through the grilling process without falling off, while still producing a juicy, slightly springy result inside.Seekh kabob is a classic of the South Asian and Afghan grill tradition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between seekh kabob and regular kabob?
Seekh kabob is made from ground meat pressed onto a skewer - similar in concept to a long, thin sausage cooked directly over flame without any casing. Regular kabob (or shish kabob) uses chunks of whole marinated meat on a skewer. Seekh is the ground version; shish is the chunk version.Seekh kabob is a classic of the South Asian and Afghan grill tradition. You can always request extra chilli sauce on the side if you prefer heat.Seekh kabob is a classic of the South Asian and Afghan grill tradition. A garlic sauce accompanies most kabob plates as the standard condiment.
See also: Shami Kabob ,Chaplee Kabob ,Skewer Cooking ,Afghan Cuisine .
At Naan Kabob, our Shami Kabob and Chaplee Kabob are our signature ground-and-grilled kabob dishes - hand-formed, spiced fresh, and served the Afghan way.
