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Kinema Kebab Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of Kinema (fermented soybeans)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon of cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon of coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 4-5 skewers

Special equipment needed:
- Grill or oven

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes.

2. In a bowl, mix the kinema, onion, tomato, green bell pepper, vegetable oil, cumin powder, coriander powder, chili powder, and salt. Mix well.

3. Thread the kinema mixture onto the skewers.

4. Preheat the grill or oven to 375°F.

5. Place the skewers on the grill or oven and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the kinema is lightly charred.

6. Remove from the grill or oven and serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
- Grill or oven: 375°F
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 10g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Kinema can be substituted with tofu or tempeh.
- Green bell pepper can be substituted with red bell pepper or yellow bell pepper.

Variations:
- Add more vegetables such as mushrooms or zucchini to the kinema mixture.
- Add a tablespoon of lemon juice to the kinema mixture for a tangy flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Soaking the skewers in water prevents them from burning on the grill or oven.
- Make sure to mix the kinema mixture well to ensure even flavor distribution.
- If using a grill, brush the skewers with oil to prevent sticking.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover kinema kebab in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the kinema kebab in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the kinema kebab on a bed of rice or with a side salad.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley.

Pairings:
- Serve with naan bread or pita bread.

Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with a side of cucumber salad or roasted vegetables.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the kinema kebab is too dry, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil to the kinema mixture.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the kinema kebab to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Kinema kebab is a traditional dish from Nepal.

Flavor profiles:
- Kinema kebab has a savory and slightly spicy flavor.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the kinema kebab as a main dish for lunch or dinner.

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Taste: Savory, Spicy, Tangy, Aromatic, Herbal