Beef Koobideh

Ingredients

• Minced beef: 500 grams

• A medium-sized onion, grated: 1

• Garlic cloves, crushed: 2 - 3

• Olive oil: 1 tablespoon

• Salt: 1 teaspoon

• Black pepper powder: 1/2 teaspoon

• Cumin powder: 1/2 teaspoon

• Coriander seed powder: 1/2 teaspoon

• Paprika powder: 1/4 teaspoon (optional, for adding spiciness)

• Fresh lemon juice: 1 - 2 tablespoons

• Tea rubs: 3- 5g

Instructions

1. Place the ground beef in a large bowl.

2. Add the grated onion and crushed garlic.

3. Pour in the olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, tea rubs, cumin, coriander seeds, and paprika (if you want it spicy).

4. Squeeze in fresh lemon juice.

5. Mix everything well with your hands to ensure that the spices and seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the ground beef.

6. Refrigerate the mixture for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to blend better.

7. Remove the ground meat from the refrigerator and divide it into several equal portions (depending on the length and size of the skewers).

8. Roll each portion of the ground meat into a long strip and wrap it around the skewer to form a skewer, making sure the meat is tightly wrapped around the skewer.

9. If using a grill, preheat the grill to medium-high.

10. Place the skewers on the grill and grill for 5 - 7 minutes per side, until the beef is cooked through and has nice charred marks.

11. If using an oven, preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F), place the skewers on a baking sheet, and bake for 15 - 20 minutes, turning them halfway through to ensure even baking.

12. The grilled Beef Koobideh can be served with traditional Iranian rice, roasted tomatoes, onion rings, and fresh herbs (such as mint and coriander), and can also be served with some Greek yogurt or Iranian-style sauces.