Spicy Minced Meat Kebab Recipe

This is a traditional Nigerian recipe for a classic kofta-style kebab of minced beef, spices and chillies packed onto skewers and grilled.


Ingredients:

• 500g lean minced beef
• 1 tablespoon ground chillies
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoon fresh chopped spinach
• 1 nutmeg, finely grated to powder
• Salt to taste
• Oil for brushing

Procedure:

• Place all the ingredients (except the oil) in a large bowl and mix very well with your hands
• Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour
• Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions or as desired and shape each into a sausage about 5cm long
• Soak 4 kebab skewers in water for an hour and push through the sausages, ensuring you mold them firmly onto the skewer
• Brush the kebabs all over with oil and place under a grill or on a barbecue and cook for 10 minutes, turning frequently
• Remove from heat and serve preferably with tomato, lemon and onion slices or salad