Kabab Koobideh: Juicy Persian Kabobs For Dinner Recipes
These Persian-style Kabab Koobideh skewers are packed with flavor—perfect for dinner recipes, game days, or summer grilling!
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 large yellow onion, grated and strained
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp ground sumac (optional)
- Flat metal skewers (preferably 1-inch wide)
- Chopped parsley and sumac for garnish (optional)
- Rice or grilled tomatoes, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground lamb, grated onion, salt, pepper, and turmeric. Mix well by hand for 2–3 minutes until sticky.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Divide meat mixture into 8–10 equal portions. Mold onto flat skewers into 6–8-inch long logs, squeezing to shape and secure.
- Preheat grill to high heat. Oil grates well.
- Grill kabobs 4–5 minutes per side or until cooked through and lightly charred.
- Serve over rice with grilled tomatoes. Garnish with parsley and sumac if desired.