Kebabs!
Posted by Aarti on June 30th, 2010 . Filed under: Uncategorized .
Hey guys! A lot of you have been asking for my winning Lamb Kebab recipe, so here it is on the Food Network site.
But, why not watch the Aarti Paarti video I made a few months ago, showing you HOW to make ‘em? Cool, huh? You can find it here. It features a great variety act: my excellent drummer friend, Andy. You may notice a few ingredient differences (I forgot what I had used in my original recipe!) but the technique is the same.
Enjoy! More soon! Thank you for all your kind comments!
Oh also, one note. A commenter on the Food Network recipe seemed to take issue with using baking soda in the kebabs, because she’s watching her sodium intake. I don’t have sodium issues, so I’m not sensitive to this, but if you are, then please feel free to take it out. However, you’re only using a very small amount, and its purpose is to make the meat stick together — for some reason, it keeps the meat from falling off the skewer. Try to make it without it, and you’ll have problems. I explained this when I presented to the judges, but of course, there’s not enough time in the show to include all my noisy chatter! So if you’re wondering why I used baking soda, now you know.
-x-
aarti
June 30th, 2010 at 2:17 pm
Congrats!! That dish looked AWESOME
I hope you keep going strong on the show… though, I realize it’s over for you already. I’m really enjoying it!!
-Monique
June 30th, 2010 at 3:05 pm
Awww, Aarti, I saw on the FTV website that you’re listed in their Meet Our Chefs section! I hope that means what I think it means!!! Congrats!
June 30th, 2010 at 5:31 pm
Aarti – you are so delightful! I wish there was more of you in this episode!!
June 30th, 2010 at 7:10 pm
Love watching you especially when one of the judges praises your food and you just beam! Can’t wait to try your kebabs, no sodium issues here:)
June 30th, 2010 at 11:09 pm
Praying for your heart during this adventure. I hope the Lord blesses you with a intimate walk with Him as you pursue your dreams. I think you’ve got amazing talent and I can’t wait to try your dishes.
June 30th, 2010 at 11:18 pm
YES!!! I was looking all over for this today. You are my favorite and my co-workers. We watch this our last hour of work on Wednesdays! Thanks, a.
With Love from Seattle.
July 1st, 2010 at 6:32 am
As soon as I saw this episode I knew I had to track down your recipe. It looks delicious and you did such a good job in your presentation.
July 1st, 2010 at 12:22 pm
So glad to see someone from India and Dubai on The Next Food Nework Star…. i hope you are in the finale.
July 1st, 2010 at 1:24 pm
Hi Aarti!
I am so happy you posted the recipe. I am rooting for you. I am glad you are gaining your confidence, one solid recipe at a time. I’m not much of a cook but I am definitely going to try to make some of your dishes. Keep up the great work!
Rina
Riverside, CA
July 1st, 2010 at 3:16 pm
you’re a doll and its been such a joy to watch you on the next food network star! i wish you the best! thanks for the great recipes!
July 1st, 2010 at 6:17 pm
Hello! I was introduced to both this recipe and your blog a few weeks ago when I had dinner at Mandi’s house and she showed me what you made her for her birthday. I made them with chicken for a dinner party a few days later and they were amazing! I’ll certainly try them with lamb soon. Good luck on the show!
July 1st, 2010 at 8:19 pm
Yeah, thanks Aarti! We were just watching on DVR and my husband is ready to make them! So excited to make these. I’ll drop you a pic if they turn out!
July 2nd, 2010 at 9:55 am
Wow, Aarti, these kebabs look fantastic! Thank you for sharing such great recipes. I’ve enjoying watching you on the FoodNetwork so much, and as a fellow SoCal food blogger, I always love the fresh ingredients you use in every lovely dish you make. Keep up the good work!
Georgia
July 2nd, 2010 at 10:42 pm
I just wanted to tell you that we’re cheering you on! We’d love to see you win and can’t wait to watch your show. You have a certain charisma that a host needs that makes us want to watch and listen. Your personality is sunny and you seem to really be yourself, which is so important! Love that you have a blog!! It allows us to get to “know” you a little better. Best of luck. We will be watching each week, crossing our fingers no matter what I’ll be back to the blog! : )
July 3rd, 2010 at 3:19 pm
Just wanted to drop a note to say I love your recipes and the personal, warm, funny touch that you bring to all that you do! I’m a fan of your YT videos and am thrilled that you are on The Next Food Network Star. I don’t have a TV this summer but I DVR all the episodes at my parents’ house and that’s all I watch when I come home. Also, can I just say (in a non-creepy) that you’re adorable? As suggested, I went back to read/view your post and the lamb kebabs and pomegranate molasses – who else would offer to ship a reader a bottle of pomegranate juice?
I hope you win, but either way, I’ll continue to be a fan!
July 4th, 2010 at 9:20 pm
Aarti!
You are amazing. I want to make sure I comment before you get totally and completely famous and too cool for that.
Haha. I really think you’re going to win. I felt it the first episode I saw you. Your point of view is amazing and you welcome everyone with your wonderful personality. Always stay confident…you are a beautiful and amazing person – don’t doubt yourself!
Ashley
July 5th, 2010 at 11:34 am
I ADORE you! Absolutely ADORE you! I went in search of your blog and so glad to find you! You are so dear to watch and your food is beautiful–I feel as though I might be able to cook your wonderful offerings! And I agree with Ashley–you are beautiful (read: stunning!) and amazing–no doubting yourself!
July 5th, 2010 at 11:44 am
I have been waiting for an Indian Woman to come along that would be able to show the Food Network the fun life can be when you add a little spice, and finally you are here. Every season of Next Food Star they have tried out having Indian women, and though you could see the judges liked the idea, they never had the right person. I finally think they have the right person in you Aarti.
I moved to Phoenix when I was 13 from Kerala India. Me and my 2 sisters moved here with our family so that we could go to good colleges. After completing High School I went on to graduate from ASU where I then fell in love with my very own white boy. We now live west of Phoenix in Avondale where we are raising 2 Polindian girls (Half Indian, Half Polish), helping out in a church that we helped start 6 years ago, and continuing my passion for cooking.
When I got married 11 years ago, I had no clue how to cook “white boy” food, but thanks to long hours watching The Food Network, and an addiction to reading every cookbook that I can get my hands on there isn’t any food that I can bring a little spice too, and by a little I mean a lot. I’m an Indian girl, if it isn’t spicy it’s bland.
Anyway, wanted to say hi and let you know that my family is rooting for you. God Bless!
July 5th, 2010 at 3:53 pm
My husband and I are TOTALLY captivated by you and believe you WILL be the Next Food Network Star! You have such a refreshing personality – just a complete breath of fresh air that makes you stand above your competitors. The Indian food we’ve been exposed to has always been so strong that it lost it’s appeal. However, your recipes have both of us perking up and saying, “Huh – I’d like to try that!” I think you fill a niche Food Network desperately needs, and after reading your blog, I realize God’s favor is truly shining on you. People can’t help but fall in love with you! We believe in you and have no doubt you’re the cream of the crop
July 6th, 2010 at 2:27 pm
Hi Aarti! Just wanted to let you know that I made these kebabs over the holiday weekend and everyone loved them and is asking for the recipe. I directed them to your youtube video and told them to watch you on TNFNS! Thanks for a great dish!
July 8th, 2010 at 3:18 pm
My sister and I love watching you on TNFNS. You’re so bubbly and fun, and we’re pulling for you to win!
I just wanted to let you know that you’ve inspired me to try things I’ve never attempted to make before (like these kebabs, which were delicious <3) You're such a warm, genuine person, and you've got a really great smile. You're definitely my favorite on the show (And so lucky! Getting to meet Bobby Flay and Giada and all sorts of big names! So jealous!)
Anyway, keep on being yourself, we're pulling for you!
July 11th, 2010 at 9:02 pm
from night one, you have been my favorite! I hope all your dreams come true!!
July 12th, 2010 at 10:37 am
These were AMAZING. Good luck on the show. I think you are a shoo-in!
July 12th, 2010 at 2:59 pm
I follow you every week – I really hope you win! You’re, without a doubt, my favorite on the Next Food Network Star. Good luck!
July 17th, 2010 at 11:26 am
I am hoping you will win the Next Food Network Star! I see that you are now on a gluten free diet. Being a gluten free gal, I hope you bring that more to the table along with your wonderful Indian flare. Good luck!!
July 21st, 2010 at 11:05 am
Aarti, I found you when searching for a lamb kebab recipe, and stumbled accross your youtube video. You are just adorable, and your recipes are so fantastic! I was so happy to also hear that you are on the next Food Network Star. You deserve it and I wish you the best.
July 23rd, 2010 at 9:11 am
Hi Aarti! When I saw you cook the lamb kebabs with pomegranate syrup, I had to try it. After visiting quite a few supermarkets, I finally found some ground lamb. I am glad I did not give up because last night I created your dish and it was fabulous! Thank you for sharing the recipe and I hope you are THE Next Food Network Star since your personality and recipes serve up a d’lish combination. You go girl!
July 26th, 2010 at 8:36 pm
Dear Aarti,
First, let me tell you how lovely you looked in the green dress on The Next Food Network Star!
I saw this dish and had to make it! I have a question for you: You said on the show that you used Zaatar/Zahtar spice while making the dish. I have been looking for this spice and I discovered that there are a few varieties of it. Which specific spice blends do you recommend for Zaatar?
Thank you!
August 11th, 2010 at 10:10 pm
Tried it last week. Served it with Giada’s Curried couscous salad. Was awesome.
August 15th, 2010 at 8:07 pm
Hi Aarti!
Not sure if you’ll see this, but I wanted to let you know I made this recipe today. I went to get my skewers, but they were ruined because something spilled on them in my pantry. What to do? I thought about your post on saving your salmon, so… I made the lamb into meatballs! I pan seared them and poured the glaze right in over top. They were wonderful, I never even thought to use ground lamb before. Yay!
January 22nd, 2011 at 11:14 am
Aarti…these are amazing. I like more coriander than parsley which is the indian in me…I added more garam masala. I made some toum and hummus and they were awesome. I’ve made them many times. Thanks for the great recipes!