Reshmi kabab

Chicken kebab of India and Pakistan

Reshmi kabab is a chicken kebab commonly eaten ^{[citation needed]} in India and Pakistan. Made with boneless chicken, it is cooked by marinating chunks of meat in curd, cream, cashew nut paste, spices and then grilled in tandoor.^[3]

Etymology

The Hindi-Urdu word 'Reshmi' means 'silk', known for the kabab's smooth texture. Its nickname 'Reshmi Malai Kabab' has an extra word added 'Malai', which means 'creamy' in Hindi-Urdu.^[4] The word 'Malai' is also seen in Malai Kofta, another South Asian dish.

Description

Reshmi kababs have a crusty upper layer and a soft interior. Mughal culinary influence can be seen in the usage of a lot of cream and cashews.^[3]

Reshmi kababs are often served with chutney, specifically Mint Chutney, and with salads of grated carrots, cucumber and onions.^[5]

The use of curd, cream, cashew nuts and spices as marinade gives Reshmi kababs their unique taste. The time-span in which it is cooked is considered as a crucial concept which determines its taste.^[6]

See also

• List of kebabs

Further reading

• https://www.crazymasalafood.com/top-20-delicious-and-irresistible-north-indian-food/
• https://www.indiatimes.com/news/india/the-1000-year-history-of-the-kebab-on-your-plate-251253.html
• https://foodiesterminal.com/chicken-reshmi-kabab-recipe/
• https://zaiqedar.blogspot.com/2022/12/reshmi-kabab-recipe.html

References

1. "Chicken Reshmi Kabab Recipe". April 13, 2019.
2. "Reshmi kabab recipe | Chicken malai kabab". Swasthi's Recipes. October 26, 2012.
3. "The 1000-Year History of Kebabs on Your Plate". February 2017.
4. "Make Tangy, Juicy Reshmi Kabab in 5 Easy Steps". The Spruce Eats.
5. "Chutney Recipes Pakistani | Indian | Best sauces recipes". Delicious Recipes. Retrieved 2023-01-11.
6. "Reshmi Kabab Recipe - How to make Reshmi Kabab". Tasty Indian Recipes. August 10, 2012.