Veg Seekh Kebab with Cucumber-Yogurt Dressing

Veg Seekh Kebab with Cucumber-Yogurt Dressing

Veg Seekh Kebab is a delightful vegetarian adaptation of the traditional seekh kebab, enriched with the goodness of soya granules and grated vegetables. Infused with aromatic Indian spices, these kebabs are pan-fried to perfection and served with a refreshing cucumber-yogurt dressing, making a perfect appetizer or a light main course.

Ingredients

For Seekh Kebab:
🫘 2.5 cups boiled soya granules, excess water squeezed out
🥕 2 grated carrots
🧅 1 finely chopped onion
🌿 Approximately 1/4 cup chopped coriander
🌶️ 1 large red chili, chopped
🧂 1 tbsp salt
🌶️ 1 tbsp red chili powder
🌿 1 tbsp cumin powder
🌿 1 tbsp garam masala
🍶 1 tbsp soy sauce
🌾 4 tbsp chickpea flour
🫒 Oil, for cooking kebabs

For the Dressing:
🥛 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
🥒 1 grated cucumber, excess water squeezed out
🌿 Small handful of freshly chopped coriander
🧂 1 tsp salt

For Serving:
🫓 Kulcha or similar flatbread
🍋 Lemon for squeezing

Instructions

1- Cook Soya Granules:

• In a light green saucepan on a black induction cooktop, boil sufficient water.
• Add soya granules, cover with a matching lid, and cook until tender.

2- Prepare Vegetables:

• Finely chop red chili and onion on a metal/silver cutting board using a silver-bladed knife.
• Grate carrots using a box grater with a wooden handle.

3- Drain Soya Granules:

• Once cooked, drain the soya granules using a metal mesh strainer.
• Squeeze out all excess water thoroughly.

4- Combine Kebab Mixture:

• In a clear rectangular glass mixing bowl, combine drained soya granules, finely chopped onion, grated carrots, chopped coriander, red chili, salt, red chili powder, cumin powder, garam masala, and soy sauce.

5- Add Binder & Mix:

• Mix thoroughly by hand.
• Add chickpea flour and mix again until a cohesive, formable mixture is achieved.

6- Form Kebabs:

• Shape the mixture into cylindrical seekh kebabs.
• Place them on a white plate.

7- Cook Kebabs:

• Heat a cast-iron frying pan over high heat with a little oil.
• Place kebabs in the hot pan, turning with light green silicone-headed tongs until browned and cooked on all sides.

8- Prepare Dressing:

• Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess water into a light blue floral-design bowl.
• In an ornate silver bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, freshly chopped coriander, and salt with a metal spoon.

9- Warm Flatbread (Optional):

• Warm kulcha on a black non-stick grill pan until lightly marked.

10- Assemble & Serve:
- On a wooden serving plate, place warm kulcha, spread cucumber-yogurt dressing over it, and top with a veg seekh kebab.
- Garnish with finely chopped red chili and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Serve immediately.

Prep Time: Approximately 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: Approximately 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 30-40 minutes
Servings: 4

Calories: 255
Protein: 20g
Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 8g

Equipment: Saucepan, induction cooktop, lid, spatula, cutting board, knife, strainer, mixing bowl, measuring spoons/cups, box grater, frying pan, tongs, grill pan, wooden plates, kitchen scissors, serving spoon.

Cooking Tips

• Soya Granules Preparation: Ensure all excess water is squeezed out to enable the kebab mixture to bind well.
• Cucumber Preparation: Thoroughly squeeze out excess water to avoid a watery dressing.
• Chickpea Flour (Besan): Acts as a binding agent to help maintain kebab shape.

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Veg Seekh Kebab with Cucumber-Yogurt Dressing