Chelo Kebab Iran Food

CHELO KEBAB IRAN

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The chelo kebab is the national dish of Iran. Served on skewers over a bed of rice this recipe is basic, yet full of flavor. I prefer to grill this over a charcoal grill. Served with pita bread and salad such as tabbouleh.

Provided by Pastryismybiz

Categories Southwest Asia (middle East)

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 lb ground lamb
1 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 large onion, chopped

Steps:

In a mixing bowl combine all ingredients.
Take about 1/4 of the meat mixture and form into a ball.
Place ball through flat skewers.
Press around skewer into square cigar shapes.
Repeat with remaining meat for 4 kebabs.
Place on grill and cook about 4-6 minutes each side, until meat is no longer pink and done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337.7, Fat 26.8, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 82.9, Sodium 69.4, Carbohydrate 3.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.6, Protein 19.3

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