Mutton Seekh Kebabs With Mint Rice Recipe

About this recipe

Juicy, spiced mutton seekh kebabs paired with fragrant mint-infused rice create a flavorful and satisfying lunch. Perfectly balanced with herbs and spices.

Ingredients

• 100 g Ginger - 100g
• 350 g Cofresh Whole Green Chilli 350g
• - Mccormick Cumin Powder
• 500 Ml Groundnut Oil 500ml
• 1 Kg Laila Basmati Rice
• 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
• 1 Kg Red Onion 1kg
• 25G Natco Mint
• - Tata Salt
• - Jalpur Coriander Powder Dhana Powder
• 450G Rice Flour, 450G
• NaN Fresh Coriander Bunch
• NaN Fresh Halal British Mutton Mince - 5-10% Fat

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse 150 g basmati rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 15 minutes.
2. 2. Finely chop 1 onion, 2 garlic cloves, 10 g ginger, a handful of fresh coriander, a handful of mint (set a little mint aside for the rice), and 2 green chilies.
3. 3. In a mixing bowl, combine 300 g ground mutton, the chopped ingredients, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tbsp rice flour, and 1/2 tsp salt; mix until well combined.
4. 4. Shape the mutton mixture into long kebabs around skewers or as cylindrical logs.
5. 5. Heat 2 tbsp groundnut oil in a pan and cook the kebabs on all sides until golden brown and cooked through (no pink inside), about 10 minutes.
6. 6. Drain the soaked rice and bring 500 ml water to a boil in a pot; add the rice and 1/2 tsp salt and cook until tender, about 12 minutes, then drain.
7. 7. Stir the reserved chopped mint leaves into the cooked rice, cover, and let rest for 5 minutes.
8. 8. Plate the mint rice and serve the mutton seekh kebabs alongside, garnished with fresh coriander leaves.

How to make Mutton Seekh Kebabs With Mint Rice

1. Soak the rice. Rinse the rice thoroughly, then soak it in water for 15 minutes before cooking to prepare it for the mint rice.
2. Mix the kebab mixture. Finely chop the onion, garlic, ginger, coriander, mint and green chilies, then mix them with ground mutton, spices, rice flour and salt.
3. Shape and fry the kebabs. Shape the mutton mixture around skewers or into logs, then cook in oil on all sides until golden brown and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
4. Cook the mint rice. Boil the drained rice until tender, about 12 minutes, then stir in chopped mint, cover and let it rest for 5 minutes.
5. Plate and garnish. Serve the seekh kebabs alongside the mint rice, garnished with fresh coriander leaves for a fresh finish.

Frequently asked questions

What is the total time required to make Mutton Seekh Kebabs with Mint Rice?

The recipe takes a total of 50 minutes, including 20 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes of cooking.

Can I make Mutton Seekh Kebabs ahead of time or store them?

Yes, you can prepare the kebabs ahead, store them in the fridge for up to 2 days, and reheat before serving.

What can I serve with Mutton Seekh Kebabs and Mint Rice?

Serve this dish with a side of yogurt raita or fresh salad for added freshness and balance.