Kabab in Kashmiri tradition

The tradition of roasting minced meat over open coals is ancient, and the Kashmiri Seekh Kabab is a quintessential opening act of the Wazwan feast. Historically, these kababs were molded around flat iron skewers and grilled over embers of fruitwood, imparting a distinct, sweet smokiness. They represent the nomadic, fire-cooked origins of Central Asian cuisine, refined over centuries in the Kashmir valley to include a specific, highly guarded blend of local spices, making them an irresistible and atmospheric start to the banquet.