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Chicken Shami Kebabs

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Yields1 Serving
DifficultyBeginnerPrep Time30 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time45 mins
 2 lbs Chicken Breast (cut in large cubes)
 ½ cup Channa Daal
 1 Medium Onion (finely chopped)
 1 cup Cilantro (chopped)
 1 cup Mint (chopped)
 1 Ginger (2-inch piece)
 6 Garlic Cloves (peeled)
 2 Small Green Chilis (serrano or jalapeno)
 1 tsp Crushed Red Chili Flakes
 ½ tbsp Whole Cumin Seeds
 1 tbsp Whole Coriander Seeds (crushed)
 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
 ½ tsp Salt (or to taste)
 3 Large Eggs
 2 tbsp Avocado Oil or Cooking Spray
1

Thoroughly wash the channa daal and soak for 1 hour. Cook the daal on stove until tender, drain the water and set aside. 

2

Make a paste of ginger, garlic, and green chili peppers, use minimal amount of water for this process. Set aside.

3

Boil the chicken cubes until done (about 15 mins, avoid over cooking). Once cooled, shred the chicken and set aside. 

4

Combine the channa daal, shredded chicken, cilantro, mint, paste made in step 2, dry seasonings, onions, and once egg. Mix well using your hands until you have a smooth mixture. Make about 12 flat shami patties. 

5

Beat the remaining two eggs. 

6

On medium heat, lightly grease pan with oil or oil spray. Dip each patty in beaten egg and cook for about 40 seconds on each side. Set the kebab on a paper towel to absorb excess oil. 

7

Sprinkle chaat masala and enjoy! 

Chef's Tip:

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Nutrition Facts

1 servings

Serving size

4.4 oz


Amount per serving
Calories160
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.3g9%
Saturated Fat 1.3g7%
Cholesterol 95mg32%
Sodium 200mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 8g3%
Dietary Fiber 3g11%
Total Sugars 1g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 19g

Calcium 52mg4%
Iron 2mg12%
Potassium 380mg9%
Vitamin D .25mcg2%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.