Veg Seekh Kabab | Soya Seekh Veg Kabab | Vegetarian Kebab - Swasthi's Recipes (2024)

Veg Seekh Kabab Recipe – Delicious veg kabab recipe made using veggies like potatoes, peas and textured vegetable protein i.e Soya granules or chunks. Seekh kabab is usually made of minced meat and grilled on skewers in a charcoal or tandoor oven. It is served with mint chutney, onion and lemon wedges. Due to the use of soya granules or chunks this veg seekh kabab tastes very close to the meat seekh kebab.

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This recipe can also be used to make vegetable seekh kebab (without the use of soya), just skip soya and use different variety of veggies. I have used organic soya granules and highly recommend using the same as the non-organic ones are mostly made from GMO soya bean which is not good for health.

Since are processed food, limit the usage to 1 to 2 servings per week. I had few requests for meat seekh kabab, since we do not eat meat often sharing this one. To make mutton sheekh kebab, use tender minced meat and substitute it for soya.

For more kabab recipes on the blog, you can check
Reshmi kabab
Chicken kabab
Hara bhara kabab
Tandoori chicken kabab

How to Make Seekh Kabab Recipe

1. Steam or boil potatoes and green peas until just cooked. Do not over cook and make them soggy. I steam them in a pressure cooker. Diabetics can replace potato with sweet potatoes.

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2. Add soya granules or chunks to 3 cups of hot water. If you use a pressure cooker for steaming veggies like me, you can just use up the hot water used for steaming. Drain them and squeeze off the water. Rinse twice in fresh cold water and squeeze off the excess water. If using chunks then you will need to pulse them a few times to get a coarse texture.

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3. Mash the potatoes and peas. Add the drained soya, ginger garlic paste to a mixing bowl.

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4. Add salt, garam masala, coriander powder, chilli powder and pepper powder. Mix up all these well.

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5. Dry roast besan / chickpea flour until it begins to smell good. Add it here. Do not use unroasted or raw flour. Mix up everything again.

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6. The mixture must come together and must not be soggy or crumbly. If it is soggy, then sprinkle little more flour and mix.

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7. Divide the mixture to 9 equal parts. Roll each ball to the skewer as seen in the picture. Do not make them too fat otherwise they will not be cooked from inside.

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8. Heat your grill pan with 1 tbsp oil greased or preheat the oven to 220 C for about 15 mins. You can also fry them in cast iron pans, barbecue or do it on charcoal grills.

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9. Place them on the hot pan. Grill, while rotating the sticks every 7 to 8 mins. If doing on stove top keep the flame to medium.

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10. When they are half done, place a slice of onion on the grill or pan. This emits a very good smoky flavor and the kababs absorb the flavor. Towards the end, increase the flame to the highest and grill for 2 to 3 mins. If doing in oven, move the pan to the top rack and grill the last 5 mins. It takes about 25 to 30 mins for each batch to be done. If making mutton/ chicken seekh kabab you will have to grill for about 30 to 35 mins.

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Serve them with onion & lemon wedges.

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Veg Seekh Kabab Recipe | Soya Seekh Veg Kabab | Vegetarian Kebab

Grilled vegetarian kebabs made using soya and vegetables like potatoes and peas. These make a great starter or a snack.

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Prep Time15 minutes minutes

Cook Time30 minutes minutes

Total Time45 minutes minutes

Servings9 kababs

AuthorSwasthi

Ingredients (US cup = 240ml )

  • 3 potatoes / aloo or sweet potatoes, medium
  • 1 ½ cups soya granules or chunks / meal maker
  • ½ cup green peas
  • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste
  • Salt as needed
  • 1 tsp coriander powder / daniya powder
  • ½ tsp garam masala
  • ½ to ¾ tsp red chili powder (or as needed)
  • ½ tsp pepper coarsely crushed
  • ¼ tsp amchur / dry mango powder
  • 2 tbsp roasted besan / chick pea flour ( use more if needed)
  • 1 to 2 tbsp oil

Instructions

  • Boil or steam green peas and potatoes (sweet potatoes) just until done without turning them mushy.

  • Add soya to hot water and allow to soak until softened. Drain off and squeeze up excess frothy water. Rinse them twice more with cold water and squeeze off well to remove excess water. If using chunks you can pulse them in a mixer few times to make them coarse granules.

  • Dry roast the flour until it turns aromatic.

  • Mash the veggies and mix them with soya and ginger garlic paste.

  • Add rest of the ingredients except oil and mix well. The mixture must resemble a dough. If the dough is too sticky or crumbly or falling apart then add little more besan.

  • Divide the dough and make 9 equal portions. Roll them on skewers about 3 to 4 inches long.

  • Grease your grill pan and heat. Or preheat the oven to 220 C for about 15 mins.

  • Place them and grill. Rotate them every 5 to 7 minutes to the undone part. Grill until done or for about 30 mins. Do not flip them until they are cooked, else it will stick to the pan. When they are half done, place a slice of onion on the grill for smoky flavor.

  • When the kebabs are golden, increase the flame to maximum and grill for few minutes. If doing in oven move it to the top rack and grill for 5 mins.

  • Serve veg seekh kabab hot with mint chutney, onion and lemon wedges.

Alternative quantities provided in the recipe card are for 1x only, original recipe.

For best results follow my detailed step-by-step photo instructions and tips above the recipe card.

NUTRITION INFO (estimation only)

Nutrition Facts

Veg Seekh Kabab Recipe | Soya Seekh Veg Kabab | Vegetarian Kebab

Amount Per Serving

Calories 93Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value*

Fat 1g2%

Sodium 2171mg94%

Potassium 408mg12%

Carbohydrates 13g4%

Fiber 2g8%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 6g12%

Vitamin A 105IU2%

Vitamin C 11.7mg14%

Calcium 31mg3%

Iron 3.5mg19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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FAQs

What is veg seekh kebab made of? ›

Veg Seekh Kabab Recipe – Delicious veg kabab recipe made using veggies like potatoes, peas and textured vegetable protein i.e Soya granules or chunks. Seekh kabab is usually made of minced meat and grilled on skewers in a charcoal or tandoor oven. It is served with mint chutney, onion and lemon wedges.

What to eat with seekh kebab? ›

Traditionally, Seekh kebabs are serves with naan or paratha and raita.

In which state is Seekh kabab famous? ›

It is a signature dish in Indian metro cities like Bhopal, Delhi, Hyderabad, and Lucknow, but they can be found all over India. Seekh kebabs served on a plate.

What is the meaning of Seekh kabab? ›

Noun. seekh kebab (plural seekh kebabs) A dish from (Anglo-)Indian cuisine consisting of a mixture of minced meat (usually lamb), garlic and spices thinly wrapped around a skewer and grilled, usually in a tandoor.

What vegetables are good for kabobs? ›

Choosing Your Vegetables

The key to a truly great kabob is a balanced combination of ingredients. A good rule of thumb is to pair milder components (e.g., zucchini, eggplant, extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, broccoli, and potatoes) with zesty ones (e.g., onions, peppers, and cherry or co*cktail tomatoes).

Is veg kebab healthy? ›

Vegan Kebabs are healthier

Soy provides an excellent source of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and it comes without the cholesterol and saturated fat found in meat. Additionally, almost every ingredient in a vegan kebab contains much more fiber and antioxidants than a regular kebab.

How to eat seekh kebab? ›

Prep these skewers in advance, so that they're ready when you're ready to grill. I'll sometimes eat these kebabs right off the skewer (like a corndog). You can also slice them up and serve them with plain basmati rice and a side of grilled veggies with grilled lemons for squeezing.

What is the difference between seekh kebabs and normal kebabs? ›

03/5. Seekh Kebabs are made on the skewer and roasted directly on the fire. Whereas, Galouti Kebabs are made on the tawa.

Why are my kebabs dry? ›

If you cook them too long, most of the moisture will be gone and they'll be dry. It's called “overcooking your food”. So don't overcook your food and it won't be dry. Use medium heat, not too low.

Is kebab Indian or Arab? ›

kebab, dish of Middle Eastern or Central Asian origin that typically combines small pieces of meat such as lamb or beef with vegetables on a skewer and is then grilled. Kebab derives from a Persian term for the dish that passed into both Arabic (as kabāb) and Turkish (as kebap).

Which country invented kebab? ›

They are thought to have originated in Turkey when soldiers used to grill chunks of freshly hunted animals skewered on swords over open field fires. This origin is backed up by a Turkish script of Kyssa-I Yusuf in 1377 and is now the oldest known source where kebab is stated as a food item.

Which country has the best kebabs in the world? ›

Turkey is often considered the best country for kebabs, as kebabs are a significant part of Turkish cuisine and culture. The diverse range of kebabs, including Adana, Doner, and Iskender kebabs, makes Turkey a popular destination for kebab lovers.

What does kebab mean in Indian? ›

By contrast, in Indian English, Bangladeshi English, Pakistani English and in the languages of the Middle East, other parts of Asia, and the Muslim world, a kebab is any of a wide variety of grilled meat dishes.

What is the difference between kebabs and kabobs? ›

Ok so back to the different spellings and pronunciations. Kabob with a “Bob” would most likely be used by people from countries such as Iran or Armenia whereas Kebab or Kabab (spelled with two "a"s) would be used in Arabic-speaking countries such as Lebanon or Syria.

What is sheek kebab made of? ›

So Seekh Kebab means skewered meat sausages cooked over a charcoal fire. Seekh Kebab are typically flavored with onions, garlic, ginger, green chili peppers, herbs, and spices. Pakistani Seekh kebabs are often made with ground beef, while Indian-style are usually made with ground lamb or ground chicken.

What does a kebab consist of? ›

A doner kebab is a popular take-away food consisting of thin slices cut from a cylindrical block of minced and seasoned meat (beef, lamb or chicken) grilled on a vertical, rotating spit and eaten on unleavened bread with fresh salad and sauce.

What is the difference between Seekh Kebab and shish kebab? ›

Seekh kebab refers to cylindrical patties made with seasoned ground meat grilled on a skewer. Shish kebab refers to seasoned cubes of meat, which are also typically threaded into a skewer, then grilled in a tandoor oven or outdoor grill.

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