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Beef Kababs

Juicy, spiced beef patties pan-fried until charred at the edges, served with fresh onion and tomato. A simple weeknight dinner that's full of flavor.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
320
Protein
22g
Beef Kababs
ComfortingMiddle EasternGluten-FreeBeefJuicyTenderWeeknightMain

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium tomato

Instructions

  1. 1

    Finely grate the onion and mince the garlic. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, grated onion, garlic, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Mix until just combined.

  2. 2

    Shape the mixture into 4 oval patties, about 0.5 inch thick. Press them firmly so they hold together during cooking.

  3. 3

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties in a single layer, making sure not to crowd the pan.

  4. 4

    Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through. They should feel firm to the touch and reach an internal temperature of 160°F.

  5. 5

    Slice the tomato into thin rounds. Serve the hot kababs with the tomato slices and extra onion rings on the side.

  6. 6

    Let the kababs rest for 2 minutes before serving to keep them juicy.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Grater
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

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