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Shinwari Beef Kabab - Cooking with Kawish

Shinwari Beef Kabab

A Pakistani restaurant-style beef kabab recipe, made with a blend of spices, herbs, and yogurt, perfect for special occasions like Bakra Eid. The dish is known for its flavorful and juicy kababs, which are typically served with a side of naan or rice. This recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to experience the authentic taste of Pakistani cuisine.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 Persons
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Restaurant Style, Shinwari Style
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 kg beef cut into small pieces
Spices
  • 2 tsp ginger paste
  • 2 tsp garlic paste
  • 1 tsp green chili paste
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala powder
  • 1 tsp white pepper powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper powder
Additional Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp fried onion
  • 2 tbsp ghee or oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp dried coconut powder
  • 1 pinch food color

Method
 

Step 1: Preparation
  1. Cut the beef into small pieces and set aside.
  2. Grind the ginger, garlic, and green chili into a paste.
Step 2: Mixing Spices
  1. Add the red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder, garam masala powder, white pepper powder, and black pepper powder to the beef and mix well.
  2. Add the fried onion, ghee or oil, salt, and dried coconut powder to the beef and mix well.
Step 3: Kneading
  1. Knead the mixture for 10-15 minutes until it becomes smooth and sticky.
Step 4: Shaping and Cooking
  1. Divide the mixture into small portions and shape into kababs.
  2. Cook the kababs on low heat for 10-15 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through.
  3. Serve the kababs hot with a side of naan or rice.

Video

Notes

Storage: refrigerate 3 days, freeze 2 months. Reheat on stovetop. Pro tip from video: make sure to mix the ingredients well and cook the kababs on low heat to prevent burning.