Bun kebab facts for kids
A typical Bun Kebab with ketchup and chutney
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| Course | Main course |
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| Place of origin | Pakistan, Karachi |
| Region or state | Indian subcontinent |
| Associated national cuisine | Pakistani |
| Serving temperature | Hot |
| Main ingredients | Ground lentil, powdered cumin seeds, omelette and bread buns |
Bun Kebab (Urdu: بَن کباب) is a tasty sandwich from Pakistan. You can now find it in many places across the Indian subcontinent. This includes countries like India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan.
Bun kebabs are very famous in big Pakistani cities like Karachi and Lahore. But you can enjoy them almost anywhere in Pakistan. In India, they are a popular street food. People especially love them in cities such as Bhopal, Lucknow, and Hyderabad. Many Indian Muslims enjoy this dish late at night during the holy month of Ramadan.
You can often buy bun kebabs from small shops on the side of the road. They are also sold by street vendors and in fast food restaurants. Sometimes, people call them "anday wala burger," which means "egg burger." In Lahore, there's a special fried version called "bun plaster." It gets this name because it uses a lot of butter and a very soft kebab mix. People usually eat bun kebabs as a main meal or a quick snack.
What's Inside a Bun Kebab?
A bun kebab has a few main parts. It starts with a patty that is fried until it's golden. This patty is usually spicy. It also has fresh onions and a special sauce called chutney.
The chutney is often made from tamarind, which is a sour fruit. It also has salt, cumin powder, and red chilies. Sometimes, a creamy sauce called raita is used instead. All these ingredients are placed inside a soft bun. The bun is often grilled on a pan to make it warm and slightly crispy.
The Kebab Patty
The patty for a bun kebab can be made in different ways. It often uses ground beef or mutton. Sometimes, it's made with ground lentils. The mix usually includes powdered cumin seeds and an egg batter. The patties are fried in ghee (a type of clarified butter) or cooking oil.
You can also have your bun kebab with a fried egg or an omelette. Fresh toppings like tomatoes, cucumbers, or onions are often added too.
Different Kinds of Bun Kebabs
There are many ways to make the patty for a bun kebab. You can find patties made from:
- Chicken
- Beef
- Mutton
- Potato (called "aloo wala")
- Egg (called "anday wala")
- Lentil (called "daal")
The beef and egg versions are the most popular. Street vendors often sell these two kinds.
