Boti Kebab

Boti Kebab

Boti Kebab

Tender chunks of marinated lamb threaded on skewers and cooked in a tandoor until charred on the outside and juicy within — the charcoal smoke and papaya tenderiser give it a distinctive Awadhi character.

Cuisines

Hyderabadi Awadhi Mughlai Delhi

Best for

Lunch Dinner Snacks

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Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Total: 60 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

Mutton 500 grams Mutton , cubes
Yogurt 1 cup Yogurt
ginger-garlic paste 2 tablespoons Ginger-garlic paste
red chili powder 1 tablespoon Red chili powder
turmeric powder 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
garam masala 1 teaspoon Garam masala
coriander powder 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
Cumin 1 teaspoon Cumin , powder
lemon juice 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
oil 2 tablespoons Oil
salt Salt , to taste
Cilantro 1 tablespoon Cilantro , freshly chopped
Mint 1 tablespoon Mint , freshly chopped
Onion 1 large Onion , thinly sliced
butter 2 tablespoons Butter , or ghee

Instructions

  1. 1 In a large bowl, combine yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder, lemon juice, and salt.
  2. 2 Add the mutton cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.
  4. 4 Add the marinated mutton to the pan and cook on high heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. 5 Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the mutton cook until tender, about 30-40 minutes. Stir occasionally and add a little water if necessary to prevent sticking.
  6. 6 Once the mutton is cooked and tender, increase the heat to medium-high to evaporate any excess moisture.
  7. 7 Add butter or ghee and stir well to coat the mutton pieces.
  8. 8 Garnish with freshly chopped coriander and mint leaves before serving.

Tips

For an authentic smoky flavor, you can use a charcoal smoke method by placing a small piece of lit charcoal in a bowl, adding a few drops of ghee, and covering it with a lid for a few minutes.