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Four chapli kebabs served with yogurt sauce and diced red onions on a white plate

Crispy Chapli Kebabs with Yogurt Dip and Onion Garnish

Crispy Chapli Kebabs are spicy, juicy patties made with ground beef, fresh herbs, and bold spices. This easy recipe serves 4 people and includes a refreshing yogurt dip and onion garnish. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a flavorful appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: pakistani
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Chapli Kebabs:
  • 500 g ground beef 20% fat
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium tomato deseeded and finely chopped
  • 2 green chilies finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves chopped
  • 1 tsp crushed coriander seeds
  • 1 tsp crushed cumin seeds
  • ½ tsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 egg
  • 1½ tbsp gram flour besan or cornflour
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for shallow frying
For the Yogurt Dip:
  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tbsp chopped mint or coriander
  • Salt to taste
  • ¼ tsp cumin powder optional
Garnish:
  • 1 small red onion finely sliced or diced
  • Lemon wedges

Method
 

  1. Mix all kebab ingredients in a bowl. Combine well but don’t overmix.
  2. Chill the mixture for 30 minutes in the fridge.
  3. Shape into flat round patties using wet hands.
  4. Fry in shallow oil on medium heat, 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  5. Mix dip ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.
  6. Serve kebabs hot with yogurt dip, onion slices, and lemon wedges.