Bihari Kebab
Flat, marinated mutton patties on skewers — tenderised with raw papaya paste, mixed with poppy seed paste, fried onion, and mustard oil, and cooked over charcoal. Distinct from Awadhi galawati in being coarser and more rustic; associated with the Bihari Muslim community of Patna and Muzaffarpur.
Cuisines
Bihari
Best for
Dinner
Snacks
Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 35 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 500 grams | beef, cut into cubes |
| 1 cup | thick yogurt |
| 2 tablespoons | mustard oil |
| 1 tablespoon | ginger paste |
| 1 tablespoon | garlic paste |
| 1 tablespoon | papaya paste |
| 1 teaspoon | red chili powder |
| 1 teaspoon | coriander powder |
| 1 teaspoon | cumin powder |
| 1 teaspoon | garam masala |
| 1 teaspoon | salt |
| 1 teaspoon | black pepper |
| 1 tablespoon | lemon juice |
| 1 medium | onion, finely sliced |
| 2 tablespoons | fried onions |
| 1 tablespoon | chopped fresh coriander |
Instructions
- 1 In a large bowl, combine yogurt, mustard oil, ginger paste, garlic paste, papaya paste, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, garam masala, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to make the marinade.
- 2 Add the beef cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- 3 Preheat a grill or oven to medium-high heat.
- 4 Thread the marinated beef cubes onto skewers, alternating with slices of onion.
- 5 Grill the skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
- 6 Remove from the grill and let the kebabs rest for a few minutes.
- 7 Garnish with fried onions and chopped fresh coriander before serving.
Tips
For best results, marinate the beef overnight and use a charcoal grill for a smoky flavor.