How to Make the Iconic Tunday Kebab at Home

A Culinary Journey to Lucknow: Easy Steps to Prepare the Iconic Tunday Kebab at Home

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Awadhi cuisine with our guide to crafting the iconic Tunday Kebab. Unveil the spices and techniques behind this mouthwatering delicacy that has enthralled generations. Though it is a dish enjoyed with buffalo meat, we bring you the recipe for chicken Tunday kebab.

Ingredients Needed:

• Chicken Mince – 1 packet (450 gms)
• Ginger-garlic paste – 1 tablespoon 
• Red chilli powder – 1 teaspoon
• Garam masala – 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder – 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder – 1 teaspoon
• Fried cashew nut paste – 1 teaspoon
• Medium-sized onions- 2 (finely chopped)
• Green chillies – 2-3 (finely chopped)
• Fresh coriander leaves – 1/4 cup (chopped)
• Besan – 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice – 1 lime
• Rose water – 1 teaspoon
• Kewra water – 1 teaspoon
• Salt to taste
• Ghee or oil for shallow frying

Cooking Instructions for Chicken Tunday Kebab:

1. Take a large mixing bowl and combine the minced chicken with finely chopped onions, green chillies, and fresh coriander leaves
2. Add ginger-garlic paste, red chilli powder, garam masala, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt to the meat mixture.
3. Gradually add besan (gram flour) to the mixture. This will act as a binding agent.
4. Add lime juice, rose water, and kewra water. Mix the ingredients thoroughly.
5. Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a flat, round kebab. Repeat this process with the remaining mixture.
6. Heat ghee or oil in a pan over medium flame. Once the oil is hot, place the kebabs in the pan. Cook them on both sides until they are golden brown and cooked through.
7. Once the kebabs are ready, place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
8. Serve the Tunday Kebabs hot, accompanied by mint chutney, onion rings, and lemon wedges.

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