Joojeh Kebab – Iranian Kebab Recipe – How to Prepare Iranian Joojeh Kebab

Joojeh Kebab – Iranian Kebab Recipe – How to Prepare Iranian Joojeh Kebab

Joojeh Kebab is one of the most delicious dishes in Iranian cuisine, loved by everyone in the family regardless of age. It’s known for its high nutritional value, particularly from the lamb, which offers numerous health benefits. The dish is easy to prepare, requiring just 10 minutes of preparation and 30 minutes to cook. It can be made occasionally for a delightful family meal. In this article, we’ll provide the ingredients for four people along with the preparation method. We hope you enjoy this delicious Iranian dish!

Ingredients for Iranian Joojeh Kebab:

 

• 1 kilogram of ground lamb.
• 2 eggs.
• 2 medium onions, grated.
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced.
• 6 small tomatoes.
• Black pepper to taste.
• Salt to taste.

Method of Preparation:

Step 1: Preparing the Meat Mixture

In a small bowl, beat the eggs until they are well blended.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, beaten eggs, minced garlic, grated onions, black pepper, and salt. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours to allow the flavors to blend.

Step 2: Shaping the Kebab

After the meat has marinated, take portions of the mixture and form medium-sized balls. Shape each portion around a wooden skewer, pressing the meat into a long, finger-like shape.

Repeat this process until all the meat mixture is used.

Step 3: Preparing the Tomatoes

Thread the small tomatoes onto separate wooden skewers.

Step 4: Cooking the Kebab

Place the skewers of kebabs and tomatoes onto baking trays suitable for the oven.

Preheat the oven to 250°C (480°F). Once the oven reaches the desired temperature, place the trays inside and let the kebabs and tomatoes cook for about 30 minutes or until the lamb is fully cooked.

Step 5: Serving

Once cooked, remove the trays from the oven. Carefully slide the kebabs and tomatoes off the skewers and place them on serving plates.

Your Iranian Joojeh Kebab is now ready to be served, ideally with a side of saffron rice for an authentic experience. Enjoy this flavorful dish with your family or guests.

Bon appétit!