Iraqi Fried Kabobs

Dive into the rich flavors of the Middle East with these irresistibly crispy and flavorful Iraqi Fried Kabobs. Made with a perfectly seasoned blend of ground beef or lamb, freshly grated onion, garlic, and fragrant herbs like parsley, these kabobs are lightly dusted with flour for a golden, crunchy exterior. Spiced with warm notes of coriander and cumin, each kabob is pan-fried to perfection for a tender, juicy bite. Quick to prepare and packed with bold, aromatic flavors, they make an ideal main dish to serve with warm pita bread, fluffy rice, or a tangy yogurt sauce. Perfect for family dinners or an exotic twist on weeknight meals, this classic Iraqi recipe is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef or lamb
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 30 grams Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 250 milliliters Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely grate the onion, then squeeze out any excess liquid using a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel. Discard the liquid and save the grated onion.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves and chop the parsley finely.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground coriander, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Use your hands to mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined. The mixture should be smooth and slightly sticky.

Step 5

Shape the meat mixture into long, thin patties, approximately 10 cm (4 inches) in length and 2 cm (1 inch) in width. You can adjust the size as desired.

Step 6

Sprinkle the all-purpose flour on a plate and lightly coat each kabob in the flour. Shake off any excess flour.

Step 7

Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.

Step 8

Carefully place the kabobs into the hot oil, leaving space between each one so they fry evenly.

Step 9

Fry the kabobs for 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Transfer the fried kabobs to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 11

Serve the Iraqi Fried Kabobs hot with fresh pita bread, rice, or a side of yogurt dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	980.3 grams (980.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3604

Total Fat 351.50g	451%
Saturated Fat 75.90g	380%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 400mg	133%
Sodium 2765mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 44.80g	16%
Dietary Fiber 6.00g	21%
Total Sugars 6.90g
Protein 92.00g	184%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 223mg	17%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 1968mg	42%

*The % Daily Value 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.3%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 4.8%