If you've grown up in North India or in fact around any Indian neighborhood, you'll be familiar with that sharp garam-masala infused whiff of tandoori chicken. It's delicious to a point that you start to salivate, almost instantly. You'll have to agree that a lovely platter of juicy kebabs is a great crowd-pleaser. Kebabs are the perfect party snacks. The smokey, char-grilled aroma, and melt-in-mouth texture can easily get you hooked.
Some say that kebabs actually originated in Turkey when soldiers grilled chunks of raw meat on swords on the battlefield. Whether or not that is true, they were first served somewhere in the Middle East. The word kebab is derived from the Arabic word 'Cabob' which means to burn or char. They are one of the most popular grills around the world.
Some say that kebabs actually originated in Turkey when soldiers grilled chunks of raw meat on swords on the battlefield. Whether or not that is true, they were first served somewhere in the Middle East. The word kebab is derived from the Arabic word 'Cabob' which means to burn or char. They are one of the most popular grills around the world.
Usually served as an appetizer with chutneys and dips, kebabs are made with minced meat and mild spices. Though lamb is the original meat used in kebabs, this dish has been localized to include beef, goat, chicken, and other meat varieties. In India, kebab has been a symbol of opulence. Most of the famous kebabs like Galouti, Shami, and Kakori originated in the Royal kitchens. Traditionally served in the Moghul courts, today it has transformed into a common street food