Iraqi Fried Kabobs
Dive into the rich flavors of the Middle East with these irresistibly crispy and flavorful Iraqi Fried Kabobs. Made with a perfectly seasoned blend of ground beef or lamb, freshly grated onion, garlic, and fragrant herbs like parsley, these kabobs are lightly dusted with flour for a golden, crunchy exterior. Spiced with warm notes of coriander and cumin, each kabob is pan-fried to perfection for a tender, juicy bite. Quick to prepare and packed with bold, aromatic flavors, they make an ideal main dish to serve with warm pita bread, fluffy rice, or a tangy yogurt sauce. Perfect for family dinners or an exotic twist on weeknight meals, this classic Iraqi recipe is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground beef or lamb
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 30 grams Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 250 milliliters Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
Instructions
Peel and finely grate the onion, then squeeze out any excess liquid using a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel. Discard the liquid and save the grated onion.
Mince the garlic cloves and chop the parsley finely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground coriander, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Use your hands to mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined. The mixture should be smooth and slightly sticky.
Shape the meat mixture into long, thin patties, approximately 10 cm (4 inches) in length and 2 cm (1 inch) in width. You can adjust the size as desired.
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour on a plate and lightly coat each kabob in the flour. Shake off any excess flour.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.
Carefully place the kabobs into the hot oil, leaving space between each one so they fry evenly.
Fry the kabobs for 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the fried kabobs to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve the Iraqi Fried Kabobs hot with fresh pita bread, rice, or a side of yogurt dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 351.5 g | 451% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.9 g | 380% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 2765 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 92.0 g | 184% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 223 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 1968 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
