Seekh kebabs are spiced minced lamb shaped onto skewers and charred — juicy, fragrant and high in protein. The air fryer chars them in 12 minutes. Here's how.
Key takeaways
Q: How do you make seekh kebabs in an air fryer?
A: Mix spiced minced lamb, shape onto skewers, and air fry at 200°C (400°F) for 10–12 minutes, until charred and cooked through.
Q: How do you stop them falling apart?
A: Knead the mince well and chill before cooking so it binds.
Times & temperatures
| Type | Temp | Time |
|---|---|---|
| On skewers | 200°C / 400°F | 10–12 min |
The recipe
Air Fryer Seekh Kebab
Ingredients
- 500g lamb mince
- Onion, ginger, garlic, chilli
- Cumin, coriander, garam masala
- Fresh coriander, mint
Method
- Knead the mince with spices; chill.
- Shape onto skewers.
- Air fry at 200°C for 10–12 minutes.
- Turn once; serve with chutney.
Tips
- Knead well and chill so they bind and hold.
- Grate the onion and squeeze out moisture.
- Soak wooden skewers first.
Frequently asked questions
How do you make seekh kebabs in an air fryer?
Mix spiced lamb mince, shape it onto skewers, and air fry at 200°C for 10–12 minutes, turning once, until charred and cooked through.
How do you stop seekh kebabs falling apart?
Knead the mince well so it becomes sticky and binds, squeeze excess moisture from any grated onion, and chill the shaped kebabs before cooking.
What do you serve with seekh kebabs?
Flatbreads or naan, mint-yoghurt chutney, salad and pickled onions.