{"id":65797,"date":"2022-11-19T16:21:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-19T16:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/?p=65797"},"modified":"2026-05-12T14:32:00","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T14:32:00","slug":"chelo-kabab-koobideh-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/chelo-kabab-koobideh-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Chelo Kabab Koobideh Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Chelo Kabab Koobideh, a <a href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/10-best-persian-foods-try\/\"><strong>cornerstone of<\/strong> <strong>Persian cuisine<\/strong><\/a>, is a simple yet flavorful dish consisting of grilled ground meat served with steamed rice (chelo). This guide will take you through the steps to create this authentic Iranian delicacy at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/chelo-kabab-koobideh-recipe\/#ingredients\" >Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/chelo-kabab-koobideh-recipe\/#equipment\" >Equipment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/chelo-kabab-koobideh-recipe\/#preparing-the-kabab-mixture\" >Preparing the Kabab Mixture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/chelo-kabab-koobideh-recipe\/#shaping-and-grilling-the-kababs\" >Shaping and Grilling the Kababs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/chelo-kabab-koobideh-recipe\/#cooking-the-chelo-rice\" >Cooking the Chelo (Rice)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/chelo-kabab-koobideh-recipe\/#serving-chelo-kabab-koobideh\" >Serving Chelo Kabab Koobideh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/chelo-kabab-koobideh-recipe\/#tips-for-perfect-chelo-kabab-koobideh\" >Tips for Perfect Chelo Kabab Koobideh<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-the-kabab\">For the Kabab:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ground lamb or beef (or a combination) &#8211; 500g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large onion, grated and drained &#8211; 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turmeric powder &#8211; 1 teaspoon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sumac (optional for garnish) &#8211; 1 teaspoon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt and black pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-for-the-chelo-rice\">For the Chelo (Rice):<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Basmati rice &#8211; 2 cups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt &#8211; to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Butter or oil &#8211; 2 tablespoons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saffron water (optional for color) &#8211; 2 teaspoons<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-equipment\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"equipment\"><\/span>Equipment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Metal skewers or flat, wide skewers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grill or barbecue<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-preparing-the-kabab-mixture\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"preparing-the-kabab-mixture\"><\/span>Preparing the Kabab Mixture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Combine Ingredients<\/strong>: In a large bowl, mix the ground meat with the grated onion, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Knead the mixture well for about 10-15 minutes. This is key to getting the kababs to stick to the skewers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rest the Mixture<\/strong>: Cover the bowl and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"How To Make Persian Beef Koobideh Kebab\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/R1NSU5TqxU0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shaping-and-grilling-the-kababs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"shaping-and-grilling-the-kababs\"><\/span>Shaping and Grilling the Kababs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare the Skewers<\/strong>: Take a handful of the meat mixture and mold it around the length of a skewer, forming a long, thin kebab.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grill the Kababs<\/strong>: Preheat your grill. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until nicely browned and cooked through.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cooking-the-chelo-rice\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"cooking-the-chelo-rice\"><\/span>Cooking the Chelo (Rice)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Wash and Soak Rice<\/strong>: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in salted water for at least 1 hour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Boil the Rice<\/strong>: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Drain the rice and add it to the boiling water. Cook until the rice is al dente.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drain and Steam<\/strong>: Drain the rice and return it to the pot. Add butter or oil, and saffron water for color. Cover and steam on low heat for about 30 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-serving-chelo-kabab-koobideh\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"serving-chelo-kabab-koobideh\"><\/span>Serving Chelo Kabab Koobideh<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Serve the Kababs<\/strong>: Slide the cooked kababs off the skewers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Plate the Dish<\/strong>: Serve the kababs over a bed of fluffy chelo. Garnish with sumac, if desired.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accompaniments<\/strong>: Typically, Chelo <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/iran-tourist-visa-is-now-open\/\" title=\"Iran Tourist Visa is now Open for all Nationalities!\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"3176\">Kabab Koobideh<\/a> is served with grilled tomatoes, raw onions, and a side of yogurt or a slice of lemon.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-for-perfect-chelo-kabab-koobideh\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"tips-for-perfect-chelo-kabab-koobideh\"><\/span>Tips for Perfect Chelo Kabab Koobideh<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Kneading the Meat<\/strong>: Properly kneading the meat ensures it sticks to the skewers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grill Temperature<\/strong>: Ensure the grill is hot enough so that the kababs cook evenly and acquire a good char.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quality of Meat<\/strong>: Use high-quality, fatty meat for juicy and flavorful kababs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Chelo <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/surfiran.com\/mag\/iran-saltman\/\" title=\"The Saltmen of Ancient Iran: The Secrets of 8 Mummies Found\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"6931\">Kabab Koobideh<\/a> is more than just a meal; it&#8217;s a celebration of Persian culinary traditions. 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