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Tikka Boti (Indian Style Kebab w/ Meat of Choice)

Here's how you make Tikka Boti (Indian Style Kebab w/ Meat of Choice)
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  • Servings: 5
  • Prep: 15m
  • Cook: 15m
  • The following recipe serves 5 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 2 pounds beef (cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes, chicken, pork, lamb or even vegetables can be used in this recipe, 900 g)
  • 120 ml plain yogurt (1/2 cup)
  • 60 ml papaya, minced (1/4 cup)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 15 ml lime juice (1 tablespoon)
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger root (fresh)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 chilies (large chilies, seeded and minced)
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: In a large bowl combine yogurt, papaya, garlic, lime juice, ginger, cumin, onion powder, salt, and minced chilies. Using a zest grater is the easiest way to deal with the ginger.  Simply cut away outer skin and grate the flesh of the ginger root. Add cubed meat to mixture and coat well. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and place in refrigerator. Marinate meat for 4-12 hours.

  • Step 2: Preheat grill for medium high heat. Right before placing kebabs onto grill, oil the grill grates.  Do this with a long pair of tongs, folded paper towels, and oil.  I recommend using a high smoke point oil like grapeseed or avocado oil. 

  • Step 3: Remove meat from refrigerator and thread cubes onto skewers. Depending on length of skewer, plan on between 5-8 pieces per skewer. Do not overcrowd skewers and make sure there is enough room at the top and bottom of each one. 

  • Step 4: Place boti kebabs onto grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, rotating occasionally. Once cooked through, remove from heat and serve with a fresh off the grill flatbread and South Asian-style condiments.


Tips & Variations

Don't forget the following tips and variations.
  • 4-5 large metal skewers

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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