Classic beef shishlik skewers
Shishlik is a quintessential Israeli BBQ expression — coarsely ground beef, hand-seasoned, skewered, and grilled over coals.
Prep
20 minutes
Cook
10 minutes
Serves
4
Difficulty
Easy
Read time
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Ingredients
- Coarsely ground beef 80/20
- Grated onion
- Garlic
- Cumin
- Turmeric
- Parsley
Method
- Mix the ground beef with all spices and aromatics — do not over-work.
- Shape into cylinders on pre-soaked bamboo skewers, pressing firmly.
- Grill over hot coals for 8–10 minutes, turning once.
- Serve in flatbread with tahini, Arab salad, and red zhug.
Pro tips
- Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least 30 minutes so they don't burn.
- 80/20 fat ratio is essential — leaner meat will crumble off the skewer.