Gola Kabab (Eid Special) - Kaaf Foods
Gola Kabab Recipe

Gola Kabab (Eid Special)

Diff🟡Medium
Prep⏱️20 Mins
Cook⏲️10 Mins
Total1h 30m
Serv🍽️4-5
Cuisine🌍Pakistani
Ingredients
Main Kabab Mixture
Beef Mince500 g
Bread Slices2
Fried Onions2 medium
Thick Yogurt2 tbsp
Fresh Coriander1 handful
Green Chilies2-3
Ginger-Garlic Paste1 tbsp
Green Chili Paste1 tsp
Desi Ghee1 tbsp
Seasoning & Spices
Salt½ tbsp
Chili Flakes1 tsp
Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Cumin Powder1 tsp
Coriander Powder1 tbsp
Garam Masala Powder½ tsp
Baking Soda¼ tsp
Kachri Powder / Papaya Paste1 tbsp
Lemon Juice1 tbsp
Assembly & Sizzling
Coal1 piece
Oil3 tbsp
Sliced Onion1
Pro Tip
Do not fry Gola Kababs for more than 8-10 minutes, as overcooking causes the juices to evaporate, making the kababs dry and chewy. Using fresh, pure ground spices from Kaaf Foods™ ensures an authentic restaurant-style BBQ aroma at home.
How To Cook
Step 1: Chop Meat & Herbs
Pulse beef mince, bread slices, green chilies, and coriander in a food processor until smooth. 10 Mins
Step 2: Add Seasoning & Tenderizer
Add fried onions, yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, spices, lemon juice, and kachri powder. Mix into a smooth paste. 5 Mins
Step 3: Smoke & Rest
Give charcoal smoke for 2 minutes. Knead in 1 tbsp ghee for 3-4 minutes and chill in the fridge for 1 hour. 1 Hour
Step 4: Shape & Fry
Shape meat onto a straw or pencil. Shallow fry in 3 tbsp oil on medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes. 10 Mins
Step 5: Sizzling Presentation
Place sliced onions on a red-hot sizzler plate, arrange fried kababs, and drizzle pan drippings for smoke. 2 Mins
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Nutrition Facts
CALORIES
per serving (approx. 120g)
280 kcal
Fat
16g
Carbs
8g
Fiber
1g
Sugar
1.5g
Protein
26g
Calorie Distribution
Protein 37% Carbs 12% Fat 51%
FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are bread slices added to Gola Kabab mince?
Bread absorbs excess moisture from mince and yogurt, preventing kababs from breaking while frying.
Why is Kachri powder or papaya paste necessary for beef Gola Kabab?
It breaks down muscle fibers rapidly, ensuring melt-in-the-mouth tender kababs within a short 8-10 minute frying time.
What can I use if I don't have meat tenderizer?
Skip tenderizer and marinate the mince mixture overnight in the refrigerator.
Can Gola Kababs be made without iron skewers or a BBQ grill?
Yes! You can shape them using a simple drinking straw or pencil and shallow fry in a pan.
Why is baking soda added to kababs?
Baking soda helps retain moisture and gives kababs a soft, airy texture.
How do I prevent Gola Kababs from becoming dry?
Add a tablespoon of ghee/butter to the mixture and avoid overcooking past 10 minutes.
Can I freeze raw shaped Gola Kababs?
Yes, flash freeze shaped kababs on a tray for 2 hours, then transfer to a ziplock bag for up to 1 month.
Can I use chicken or mutton instead of beef?
Yes! Chicken cooks even faster (5-6 minutes) and requires no tenderizer.
What if I don't own a sizzler plate?
Heat any cast-iron pan or small skillet, layer with onions, and place hot kababs on top.
Why choose Kaaf Foods™ spices for BBQ kabab recipes?
Kababs depend heavily on aromatic spices. Kaaf Foods™ supplies 100% pure cumin, coriander, and garam masala with no filler contents.
Where can I order pure spices from Kaaf Foods™ online?
Order your pure kitchen spices online directly from kaaffoods.com.
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