Chicken Kofta Kebab

These mouth-watering chicken kufta kebabs are packed with flavor and juicy. Not only are they lean but also so versatile as they can be enjoyed in sandwiches or with rice or to top a salad.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground chicken
• 1/2 cup Cornmeal (optional) (Breadcrumbs are a substitute but I used cornmeal. *See notes.)
• 1 Egg (optional) (beaten. *See notes.)
• Salt & Pepper to taste
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric
• 1 tsp Chili Powder
• 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
• 1/2 tbsp Onion Powder
• 1 tsp Cumin
• 1 Jalapeno
• 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger
• 4 Garlic cloves
• Handful of Fresh Cilantro
• 1 White onion, small
• Vegetable oil, for pan searing (or air-fry at 400 F for 6 min each side till cooked through.)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1In a food processor, blend the onion, cilantro, garlic, ginger, and jalapeno until fine. Drain the excess liquid from this mixture so it does not add too much moisture to the chicken kufta mixture.
2. 2Add this to the ground chicken along with all the seasonings, egg, and cormeal. Mix thoroughly.
3. 3Place in the fridge for at least 20 minutes to chill so it is easier to shape. You can even leave this for up to 4 days in the fridge before cooking.
4. 4Shape into kebabs which is like a thick sausage in appearance. It may be easier to lightly wet your hands while shaping.
5. 5In a hot pan with 2 tbsp of vegetable oil, add just enough kebabs to not overcrowd the pan. This is dependent on the size of the pan you are using. Cook for about 5 minutes on medium-high heat on each side until you have a golden brown sear and fully cooked through.
6. 6Enjoy in a sandwich, on top of a salad, or with rice for a delicious meal!