One of the most popular and famous Persian dishes is the Iranian kebab, which is based in the Middle East. This delicious dish is prepared in different ways and has become very popular over time. In the following, we are going to talk about Iranian kebab, so stay with us until the end.
About Persian kabab
Kebab is one of the most famous foods in the whole world. The second Friday of July is known as World Kebab Day.
The main ingredient of Iranian kebab is meat, but we can also replace meat with chicken, vegetables, or fish. The main kebab is made from pieces of red meat seasoned with spices and onions and cooked on hot coals.
The history of kabab
The history of Iranian kebabs dates back to the time of Naser al-Din Shah Qajar, who made changes to Caucasian pounded kebabs and turned Iranian kebabs into authentic dishes.
This dish was first served with warm bread, but gradually it became common to serve it with rice.
About different types of Iranian kebabs
Kebabs are made definitely in each region. In the following we are going to talk about different types of kebabs:
Koobideh kebab
Koobideh kebab is known as Iranian Kebab or Persian Kebab in the world. The pounded kebab is prepared from minced beef or sheep and its taste is very delicious with the help of spices, onions, and saffron. kabab Koobideh is very popular not only in Iran but all over the world and among tourists.
With a superficial look, it can be said that Kobideh kebab is the most popular compared to other kebabs, one of the effective factors in this is that this dish has a delicate, delicious texture and reasonable price.
And chicken koobideh kebab is also popular among people who do not eat red meat.
At the Vernos Cafe and Restaurant, you can experience the authentic taste of an excellent koobideh kebab.
Iranian chicken kebab (Joojeh kebab)
One of the types of Iranian kebab, which uses chicken instead of red meat, is chicken kebab, which has a different taste. It has different types and is served with or without bones or even sour.
The tenderness of chicken meat in Iranian jooje kebab makes this dish delicious.
A delicious chicken kebab with or without bones is a great choice for you to experience with your family at Vernos Cafe and Restaurant.
caucasian kebab
Caucasian kebab is one of the delicious international kebabs made from a combination of chicken and red meat. Caucasian kebab has a composition similar to Bakhtiari kebab; With the difference that in Bakhtiari kebab, we use lamb and chicken meat, but in Caucasian, a combination of veal and chicken is used.
Shishlik kebab
Shishlik kebab is one of the most famous and oldest Iranian kebabs, the cooking method of which is slightly different from other kebabs. Shishlik is one of those popular and popular dishes that you can easily put aside the spoon and fork and experience the pleasure of eating pieces of juicy ribs with your hands. In the preparation of the most delicious shishlik kebab, which is also known as Shandy’s kebab, they use a row of mutton ribs, and since it has special cooking, it is not on the menu of every restaurant.
Vernos Cafe and Restaurant invite you to experience lamb chops’ real and wonderful taste.
Barg kebab
It is prepared by skewering and barbeque, flavored meat like veal or sheep, and it is considered one of the royal kebabs. Don’t miss tasting the authentic and delicious taste of barg kebab at Vernos Restaurant.
pan kebab
Kebab in a pan is one of the most delicious Iranian dishes, which does not require charcoal or barbecue to cook, and is cooked in a pan with a combination of minced mutton, onions, and spices.
lari kebab
Lari Kebab or Yogurt Kebab is one of the most delicious Iranian Kebabs. Due to the use of condensed yogurt to flavor it, the meat becomes very crispy and soft and takes on a white color. It is interesting to know that in the city of Lar, the name of this kebab is also taken from the name of the city, the meat is hung in a rice bag for 2 days, and this makes the meat soft and delicious.
Chenje kebab
This food is one of the oldest Iranian kebabs which can be prepared with both mutton or beef.
This kebab unlike others can be made without a skewer, and you can experience chenje in Vernos Cafe and Restaurants; we guarantee you can fall in love with it.
Bakhtiari kebab
Another one of the most popular types of Iranian kebabs that can be seen on the menu of restaurants is Bakhtiari kebab, which was first prepared in the Bakhtiari region, but today it has become a famous dish throughout the world. Bakhtiari kebab is a combination of chicken fillet and lamb fillet that is skewered and barbequed. The difference between Bakhtiari and Caucasian kebabs is that beef is used in Caucasian kebabs and sheep meat is used in Bakhtiari.
Hosseini kebab
Hosseini kebab is one of the old and delicious dishes that is cooked in different ways all over Iran, but the origin of this dish is for Isfahan and it has a unique taste. This kebab does not need charcoal or barbecue, and veal or mutton is skewered with small skewers suitable for the pot and cooked with water, tomato paste, spices, onions, and bell peppers.
Soltani kebab
Since ancient times, Soltani kebab, as its name suggests, has been the food of nobles and is a combination of koobideh and barg kebabs. Soltani kebab which is served with saffron rice has an unbelievable taste, don’t miss its taste at the Vernos Cafe and Restaurant.
vegetarian kebab
Vegetarian kebabs in which various raw materials are used such as soybeans, potatoes, vegetables, garlic, carrots, beans, etc. No animal products are used and it is completely suitable for vegetarians. Varnos Cafe and Restaurant is ready to welcome all friends with a full international menu. Don’t miss the Vernos menu for vegetarians.
vaziri kebab
If it’s hard for you to choose between koobideh and jooje kebab, we suggest you try Vaziri kebab. Vaziri kebab is a combination of a pounded kebab and a saffron chicken kebab, which is very pleasing to the taste of lovers of both of these kebabs.
sour kebab
Sour kebab is one of the local dishes of Gilan province. This dish is made from the combination of veal or lamb meat with pomegranate paste or sour orange paste and ground walnut kernels that create a unique and magical taste. Sour kebab is one of the popular foods in the northern region of Iran and it is prepared in various styles. The difference in this dish in different regions depends on the local vegetables used in it.
Conclusion
Iranian kebab is one of the most famous foods that has gained much popularity. This delicious dish is prepared by barbecue meat in different ways and is considered one of the healthy foods.
Varnos Cafe and Restaurant has a variety of Iranian kebabs. So, if you ask yourself, “Where is an Iranian kebab near me? And where can I experience the authentic taste of Iranian kebab?” Our suggestion is Vernos Cafe and Restaurant in Dubai Marina.
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