Baked chicken shami kebabs are a beloved North Indian appetiser, which are basically meat patties with a melt-in-the-mouth quality. Shami kebab has a unique preparation where, instead of using raw meat, the chicken is first cooked with chana dal (split chickpeas), whole spices, and garlic until completely tender, then ground into a paste and shaped into patties. The chana dal is a binding agent, adds protein and fibre, improves the texture, giving the kebabs their signature softness. The baked nature of one of the most impeccable Ramadan recipes is what makes it a tad healthier than the fried version of this delicious kebab.