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King of BBQ – Beef Bihari Boti

Tender, juicy, and packed with bold Pakistani flavor, this Beef Bihari Boti is my easy home-cook twist on the traditional Bihari Beef Kabab. Instead of thin strips and fifteen different spices, I use beef cubes and a handy Shan Bihari Kabab Masala shortcut, while keeping the two ingredients that really matter: fresh papaya for tenderness and pre-browned onion for that deep, rich flavor. Smoky, melt-in-your-mouth, and true to its name, the King of BBQ
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Resting Time1 day
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Pakistani
Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the Beef

  • 2 lb beef preferably beef shoulder, cut into medium cubes
  • 1 packet Shan Bihari Kabab Masala
  • 1/4 cup pre-browned onion crushed
  • 1-2 tablespoons fresh raw papaya paste
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2-3 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 2 tablespoons yogurt
  • Salt if needed, Shan Masala already has salt

For the BBQ

  • Metal skewers
  • Oil for brushing
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Sliced onions for serving

Instructions

Prepare the beef

  • Cut the beef into medium, evenly-sized cubes. Even pieces cook evenly on the grill.

Tenderize with papaya

  • Place the beef in a large bowl. Add the raw papaya paste and massage it in well. Don't skip this step, it's what gives Bihari Boti its melt-in-the-mouth texture.

Make the marinade

  • Add the Shan Bihari Kabab Masala, crushed onion, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, yogurt, and cooking oil. Mix well so every piece is coated. Cover and refrigerate, overnight for best flavor.

Thread the skewers

  • Thread the beef onto metal skewers, leaving a little space between pieces so the heat can move around each one. Cubes are much easier to handle here than the traditional thin strips.

Grill the Bihari Boti

  • Preheat your BBQ grill. Place the skewers on the hot grill and turn often for even cooking and a nice smoky char. Brush with a little oil if needed.

Serve

  • Serve hot with lemon wedges, sliced onions, green chutney, and naan or paratha
    • Beef shoulder is my go-to, but use what's available near you.
    Papaya and the pre-browned onion are the two ingredients I never skip, they're what make this shortcut version still taste truly homemade.

Notes

My Tried & Tested Products

A few simple products make this recipe easier, especially if you're new to making BBQ at home. These are items I personally use and have tested in my own kitchen. The links below are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them, at no extra cost to you.
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