Beef Tomato Kebab

July 18, 2012

Beef Tomato Kebab

(Taj Kebab)

Marinade for steak is indispensable for beef tomato kebab. The another name of this kebab is Taj Kebab. Actually kebab is very popular recipe. Beef tomato kebab consists of beef, pieces of bread, tomato and spicy chilli sauce. This recipe is probably originated from Germany. On holidays the Germans prepare this kebab at their residence. Such kind of recipe is unknown in Turkey. This recipe is eaten as fast food. Some ingredients are necessary for preparing this recipe. You have to use marinade for steak for making this recipe. The cooking process is as follows;

Ingredients:

* 1 kg (2 lb) tender boneless beef

* 150g (6 oz) potatoes

* 150g (6 oz) tomatoes

* 75g (3 oz) onions

* 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

* ½ teaspoon chilli powder

* 2 teaspoons ground ginger

* 1 teaspoon ground garlic

* 1 teaspoon ground cumin

* ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

* 1 teaspoon ground poppy seeds

* 4 cardamoms

* 2 sticks 2.5 cm piece cinnamon

* 2 cloves

* 3 whole red chillies (optional)

* 1 tablespoon green papaya paste

* ¾ cup cooking oil

* 1 tablespoon vinegar

* Salt to taste

Directions:

1. Slice the beef into moderate large-sized pieces. Rub the meat with green papaya paste ( or meat tenderizer).

2. Marinate for 20 minutes. Green papaya or meat tenderizer is not necessary for tender loin beef.

3. Peel and slice the potatoes ½ cm (1/4”) thick and slice the tomatoes and onions too.

4. Combine the spices, salt, vinegar and oil. Rub on the beef.

5. In a greased saucepan layer the meat, potatoes, tomatoes and onion alternately. Add I cup of water. Put lid on and bring to boil. Lower heat and simmer for about 1-2 hours till the meat is tender and separates.

Serve hot with boiled rice, pullao, chapatti or parata. 6 servings.