How to Make Street-Style Bun Kabab at Home

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Introduction


If you’ve ever strolled through the busy food streets of Karachi or Lahore, chances are you've had a bite of that greasy, spicy, juicy treat we all know as the Bun Kabab. It’s the Pakistani version of a burger — only messier, tastier, and full of character.

The good news? You don’t have to wait for your next trip downtown. Today, I’ll show you how to recreate authentic street-style Bun Kababs right in your own kitchen!

🛒 Ingredients You'll Need

  • 4 burger buns or dinner rolls

  • 2 boiled potatoes

  • 1/2 cup chana daal (split Bengal gram)

  • 1 egg (for patty coating)

  • 1 onion (sliced)

  • 1 tomato (sliced)

  • Green chutney (store-bought or homemade)

  • Oil for frying

  • Salt, chili powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder

🖼️ Bun Kabab Ingredients

👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Daal Mixture

Boil chana daal until soft but not mushy. Strain and let it cool.

In a mixing bowl, mash boiled potatoes, add the daal, salt, chili powder, cumin seeds, and a bit of coriander powder. Mix until it forms a thick mixture.

Shape into round patties.

Step 2: Fry the Kabab Patties

Dip each kabab in beaten egg, then shallow fry in hot oil until golden on both sides.

🖼️ Frying Kababs

Step 3: Toast the Buns

Cut the buns in half and lightly toast them on a tawa or pan using a bit of oil or butter for that classic street-side taste.

Step 4: Assemble Your Bun Kabab

  1. Spread green chutney on the bun base

  2. Add a patty

  3. Layer with sliced onions and tomatoes

  4. Add more chutney or ketchup

  5. Close it with the top half of the bun


🍴 Pro Tips for the Perfect Bun Kabab

  • Want it spicy? Add sliced green chilies to the chutney.

  • Toast buns in ghee instead of oil for that rich flavor.

  • For authentic taste, wrap it in butter paper like street vendors do.

Why Everyone Loves Bun Kababs

  • Cheap – You can make 4 kababs in under Rs. 200

  • Filling – The daal and potatoes make it hearty

  • Customizable – Add cheese, mayo, or coleslaw if you’re feeling fancy

This dish is a true reflection of Pakistani street food culture—simple, flavorful, and made with love.

Conclusion

Making a Bun Kabab at home is easier than you think. With just a few ingredients and a little love, you’ll feel like you’re enjoying a late-night meal at a famous food stall. So go on, give it a shot—and don't forget the napkins, because it’s gonna get saucy!

FAQs

1. Can I add meat to this recipe?
Yes, just replace the daal-patty with a minced beef or chicken patty.

2. Is Bun Kabab healthy?
Healthier than fast food, especially when made at home with less oil.

3. Can I make the patties ahead of time?
Yes! Fry and freeze them for up to a week.

4. What if I don’t have green chutney?
Use ketchup, mayo, or yogurt-mint sauce as an alternative.

5. Can I toast the buns without oil?
Yes, but using a bit of oil or butter adds that authentic street taste.

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