Layered Beef Shashlik with Aromatic Stuffing

in #waivio3 months ago

Experience the rich flavors of the Middle East with this unique Layered Beef "Cake" Kebab. Perfect for BBQ enthusiasts, this dish combines lean beef, lamb fat, and aromatic spices, layered and grilled to perfection. Delight your senses with this tender and juicy kebab, ideal for a summer cookout or a cozy family dinner.

Ingredients

🥩 1 kg lean, boneless beef shoulder brisket or similar cuts
🐑 300 g lamb fat tail fat "kurdyuk"
🥩 1 kg fatty ground beef
🧅 1 onion
🍅 1 tomato
🍄 400 g mushrooms champignons
🌿 1 bunch parsley or cilantro
🌶️ 1 hot chili pepper
🧅 1 red onion
🌿 2 tsp ground coriander
🧂 1 tbsp salt
🧂 1 - 1.5 tsp black pepper


Instructions

1- Preparation:

  • Slice the beef and lamb fat into thin sheets and gently tenderize with a meat mallet.
  • Coarsely grind the beef and mix with chopped vegetables onion tomato mushrooms, and spices salt pepper coriander. Knead and slap the mixture until it becomes sticky and cohesive.

2- Marinade:

  • In a bowl, create a marinade by mixing the grated tomato, minced white onion, salt, pepper, and ground coriander.

3- Layering:

  • On a flat work surface, lay out a sheet of plastic wrap. Start by layering the beef slices, generously brush with marinade, and salt the lamb fat sheets.
  • Add a layer of the prepared ground beef mixture.
  • Layer with sliced mushrooms, red onion, herbs, and finally, additional lamb fat.

4- Chilling:

  • Wrap the layered "cake" tightly in plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for several hours until firm, about 2 hours.

5- Skewer Preparation:

  • Once firm, slice the "cake" into rectangles about 5 cm by 2.5 cm.
  • Skewer each piece carefully through the narrow edge.

6- Grilling:

  • Grill the skewered kebabs over hot coals, turning frequently, until golden and cooked through, approximately 12 minutes. Ensure a constant rotation for even cooking.

7- Serving:

  • Serve hot with pickled onions and a garnish of fresh herbs for added flavor.

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 57 minutes (including chilling time)
Servings: Approximately 6-8 skewers
Calories: 350
Proteins: 25g
Fats: 28g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Equipment: Meat mallet, grill, skewers, plastic wrap


Cooking Tips:

  • Freezing the assembled kebab cake makes it easier to cut into uniform pieces.
  • Ensure even distribution of the marinade and spices for a well-flavored kebab.

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