Besides stews, Persian kabob is a staple of in Persian cuisine. This page is your one-stop resource for kabob supplies, recipes, and side dishes to serve with Persian kabob.
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Chicken Kabob Marinade
Cooking up meat on a skewer is not a new concept. But kabobs have certainly evolved and have taken over many home barbecues. Persian kabob recipes, like the rest of Persian cuisine, are not super complicated. But they are full of flavor and that is thanks to its preparation and marinades.
Marinades vary on the type of meat you are using, so chicken kabob marinade (for joojeh kabob) is different from the filet marinade (for kabob barg). And Persian ground beef kabob (kabob koobideh) has no marinade at all.
All Persian kabobs are cooked directly over fire not over a grate. The meat never touches a grate or pan when grilled, this way it has direct contact with the heat. The skewers lie directly across the grill, so make sure your skewers are long enough!
Cooking Persian Kabob
Speaking of skewers, Persian kabob is always prepared and cooked using long flat stainless steel skewers. Those skinny metal and bamboo skewers will not work, as there is no surface area for ground meat to hold on. Chunks of chicken and steak can spin around on the thin skewers, too.
Once on the skewers, the kabob is typically cooked over hot coals and not over a the hot grill grate. So remove the grate and place the skewers of kabob directly over the coals.
You can also prepare kabob in the oven and over the stove, but the texture will be different. I have made koobideh kabob in the oven and on the stove top and give directions how to do both in the recipe.
Getting hungry? Check out my Persian kabob recipes here:
Persian Kabob Recipes
Persian Chicken Kabob (Joojeh Kabob or Kabob-eh Morgh) is incredibly moist and flavorful because of it's saffron, onion and yogurt marinade.
My mother-in-law took the time to teach me (and my little girl) how to make Koobideh Kabob (ground beef kabob) on the grill, in the oven or on the stove!
Persian Filet Mignon Kabob (Kabob-e Barg) is typically something special that you can only enjoy in a Persian restaurant. But with this recipe, you can create this at home.
Persian Side Dishes
Persian kabob is never served alone. There is always a feast involved. Persian hospitality is known worldwide and no one ever leaves a kabob feast hungry. Don’t believe me? Check out my video from one Persian kabob feast we held for our family.
No matter which kabob you are serving up, these Persian side dishes are typically prepared to accompany your meal. Some are equally delicious as appetizers, too!
Persian Side Dishes
A list of delicious Persian side dishes served with kabob.
Persian Basmati Rice with Saffron and Potato Crust
The key to making basmati rice is to partially cook it first in boiling water, then to steam it until cooked through. If you cook the rice for too long in the boiling water, you will have a lumpy mess after you steam it.
Persian Herb and Feta Platter (Sabzi Khordan)
Whether for breakfast, appetizer or snack a Persian Herb and Feta Platter (Sabzi Khordan) will tantalize all of your senses.
Persian Cucumber and Tomato Salad: Salad Shirazi
Don’t let the simplicity of this classic Persian cucumber and tomato salad, Salad Shirazi, fool you. It is full of flavor and makes a colorful and healthy side dish to any meal.
Persian Yogurt with Cucumber (Mast-o Khiar)
This popular mediterranean yogurt dish can be found in many variations, depending on the region. The Greeks have tzatziki, for example, and the Persians have this version.
And Even More Kabob Recipes
Not all kabobs are Persian. Did you know that some form of kabob making is found all over the world? From Africa to China, Greece to Turkey there are numerous varieties of kabob recipes to choose from. Here some more kabob recipes for you to sink your teeth into!
More Kabob Recipes
Kabob recipes can be found all over the world. Here are some more kabob recipes found in Greece, Turkey, Asia and anywhere!
Thai Chicken Satay Kabob with Red Pepper Sauce
This Thai Chicken Satay kabob is juicy and full of flavor when marinated, grilled and served with a tangy red pepper sauce.
The California Grilled Chicken Shawarma Kabob
This California Grilled Chicken Shawarma uses low-fat chicken breast with pita, fresh arugula, avocados and Hidden Valley® Roasted Garlic Ranch dressing.
Ina Garten Grilled Shrimp Kabob
Ina Garten Grilled Shrimp Kabob requires little effort and yields a moist and juicy shrimp that tastes great the next day - if you have any leftovers.
