boti kebabs

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Surrey South, BC
Updated on Jul 24, 2025

Packed with flavor, this is a delicious item to put on the barbecue this summer.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 12 Min
method Grill
yield 6 piece(s)

Ingredients

  • MARINADE
  • 1/2 tablespoon coriander seeds
  • 1/2 tablespoon cumin seeds
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons ghee
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 4 large cloves garlic, pressed
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
  • 1/2 cup papaya, seeded, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 pound sirloin tip beef, cubed into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground Himalayan pink salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
  • KEBABS
  • red peppers, cut into squares
  • red onions, cut into squares
  • canola oil, to grease the grates

How To Make boti kebabs

  • Step 1
    MARINADE... In a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast the coriander and cumin seeds, shaking the pan occasionally, until fragrant and lightly browned, about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Transfer the toasted seeds to a mortar or spice grinder, and grind to a fine powder; transfer to a large bowl.
  • Step 3
    To the bowl, add yogurt, ghee, lemon juice, ginger, garlic, Garam Masala, smoked paprika, turmeric, and cayenne pepper; set aside.
  • Step 4
    In the jar of a blender, add papaya chunks and beef broth. Place the lid on and process into a smooth purée.
  • Step 5
    Add papaya purée to the spice mixture and stir until blended; set aside.
  • Step 6
    Generously season the beef cubes with salt and pepper. Add the meat to the papaya-spice mixture and stir to coat, pushing the meat down if necessary. Cover and chill for 18 to 24 hours.
  • Step 7
    KEBABS... The day after, remove the bowl from the fridge and bring the meat to room temperature.
  • Step 8
    About 30 minutes later, thread on a piece of red pepper followed by a piece of red onion before adding a beef cube, leaving a little gap between each ingredient so the kebabs cook evenly. Repeat the same order, finishing with a piece of red pepper.
  • Step 9
    Preheat the BBQ to 500ºF to 550ºF and, using tongs, pour canola oil on a paper towel to grease the grates.
  • Step 10
    Place the skewers on the grill, close the lid and cook for 12 minutes, rotating every 3 to 4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145ºF.
  • Step 11
    Serve kebabs immediately with yogurt and naan bread.
  • Step 12
    To view this amazing kebab recipe on YouTube, click on this link ➡ https://youtu.be/dRrSrbJQ0yk

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Category: Beef
Ingredient: Beef
Method: Grill
Culture: Indian

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