Chelo Kebab Recipe
Master this authentic Chelo Kebab recipe at home with juicy skewers and aromatic saffron rice. Follow our simple guide to bring Persian flavors to your table.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 fat content
- 1 large onion grated and drained
- 1 tsp saffron threads bloomed in water
- 2 cups basmati rice long grain
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 2 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Soak the basmati rice in water for 30 minutes before boiling.
- Mix ground beef, grated onion, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Knead the meat mixture well to ensure it sticks to the skewers.
- Mold the meat onto wide, flat metal skewers carefully.
- Grill the skewers over medium-high heat until they reach 160 degrees.
- Boil the rice, drain it, and steam with saffron and butter.
- Serve the hot kebabs over the fluffy saffron rice.
Notes
Always ensure the meat is chilled before placing it on skewers.