Tikka Boti Recipes
Spiced mutton or beef chunks marinated in yoghurt and grilled on skewers. The smoky, charred centrepiece of every Pakistani BBQ spread.
What is Tikka Boti?
Spiced mutton or beef chunks marinated in yoghurt and grilled on skewers. The smoky, charred centrepiece of every Pakistani BBQ spread.
Regional Variants at a Glance
| Variant | Region | Prep | Cook | Difficulty | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lahori Tikka Boti | Punjab | 20m | 30m | Medium | 4 |
| Karachi Tikka Boti | Sindh | 20m | 15m | Easy | 4 |
| Balochi Tikka | Balochistan | 15m | 15m | Easy | 4 |
All Tikka Boti Recipes
Lahori Tikka Boti
Lahori Tikka Boti is the smoky, spiced mutton centrepiece of Pakistani BBQ culture — bone-in chunks marinated in yoghurt, spices, and raw papaya, then grilled over coal until charred and juicy. The real one comes from the coal, not the oven.
Karachi Tikka Boti
Karachi Tikka Boti is the city's beloved bite-sized BBQ — small cubes of marinated chicken threaded on skewers and grilled to perfection. Quick to cook and impossible to stop eating, this is Karachi's favourite party food.
Balochi Tikka
Balochi Tikka is a minimalist masterpiece — small pieces of marinated meat cooked on coal with just a handful of spices, letting the quality of the meat and the power of the charcoal fire create something remarkable.