Bhopali Bun Kebab

Bhopali Bun Kebab is a popular and unique street food dish from Bhopal, the capital city of Madhya Pradesh, India. It is a delicious fusion of flavors, combining a spicy and flavorful kebab patty with a soft bun, along with a variety of toppings and chutneys. The dish is a perfect example of Bhopal's culinary creativity and diversity.

Here's a general recipe for preparing Bhopali Bun Kebab:

Ingredients:

For the Kebab Patty:

- 250 grams of minced meat (mutton or chicken)

- 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped

- 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped (adjust to your spice preference)

- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste

- 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to your spice preference)

- 1 teaspoon cumin powder

- 1 teaspoon coriander powder

- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala

- 1 tablespoon fresh coriander leaves, chopped

- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped

- Salt to taste

- Cooking oil for frying

For Assembling:

- Burger buns

- Sliced onions

- Sliced tomatoes

- Lettuce leaves

- Tamarind chutney

- Green chutney

- Chaat masala (optional)

- Lemon wedges

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Kebab Patty:

   - In a large mixing bowl, add the minced meat, chopped onions, green chilies, ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, fresh coriander leaves, and fresh mint leaves.

   - Add salt to taste and mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

   - Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a round or oval-shaped kebab patty. Repeat with the remaining mixture to make more patties.

2. Cook the Kebab Patty:

   - Heat a little cooking oil in a pan or on a griddle over medium heat.

   - Place the kebab patties on the pan and cook them until they are browned and cooked through on both sides. Make sure to cook them thoroughly to ensure they are fully cooked inside.

3. Assemble Bhopali Bun Kebab:

   - Slice the burger buns horizontally and lightly toast them on a griddle.

   - Spread some tamarind chutney and green chutney on the inner sides of the bun halves.

   - Place a lettuce leaf on the lower half of the bun.

   - Place a cooked kebab patty on top of the lettuce leaf.

   - Top the kebab patty with sliced onions and tomatoes.

   - Sprinkle some chaat masala (optional) for extra flavor.

   - Squeeze some lemon juice over the toppings.

   - Close the bun with the other half, and the Bhopali Bun Kebab is ready to be served.

Bhopali Bun Kebab is a delightful and filling street food, perfect for satisfying your taste buds with its unique blend of spices and textures. The combination of the spicy kebab patty with the soft bun and flavorful toppings makes it a must-try dish when exploring the culinary wonders of Bhopal.

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