Persian Beef Kebabs Recipe

Make the beef kebabs: Let onions drain in a colander or sieve for 1 hour. '

Squeeze onions to release more juices. Transfer to a large bowl; discard juice. Add remaining ingredients except butter. Mix well with your hands. Marinate, covered, in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours.

Preheat a charcoal grill or grill pan. Divide ground beef into 12 portions; shape each into 5-inch logs. Skewer onto flat, metal skewers, making sure meat is packed in. Brush meat with melted butter. Grill kebabs over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until brown and cooked through.

Arrange tomatoes on grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until charred. Serve with rice or cucumber salad, if desired.