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Kofta kebabs on grill
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Kofta Kebab Recipe

A must-try authentic Kofta kebab recipe: ground beef and lamb mixed with fresh parsley, onions, garlic and Middle Eastern spices. Add some Mediterranean sides and salads for your next picnic!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 10 skewers
Author: Suzy Karadsheh

Ingredients

  • 1 medium yellow onion quartered
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 bunch parsley, stems removed (about 2 packed cups parsley leaves)
  • 1 pound ground beef, 85/15
  • 1/2 pound ground lamb
  • 1 slice bread, toasted until browned and soaked in water until fully tender
  • kosher salt
  • ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground green cardamom
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground sumac
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Pita to serve

For the Fixings:

Instructions

  • Prepare the skewers and the grill. Soak 10 wooden skewers in water for about 30 minutes to 1 hour. If using metal skewers, skip the soaking step. Lightly oil the grates of a gas grill and preheat it to medium-high for about 20 minutes. Line a tray with parchment paper.
  • Prepare the fixings. Prepare pita bread, tomato, onion, and tahini sauce, and any other sides so they are ready when the kebabs come off the grill.
  • Make the kofta mixture. To the bowl of a food processor, add the onions, garlic, and parsley. Pulse until finely chopped. Add the beef, lamb, bread (be sure to squeeze out the water completely), and the spices. Run the processor until all is well combined forming a pasty meat mixture.
  • Shape the kofta. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and divide it into 10 equal portions. Press each portion securely around a skewer, shaping it into an even log about 1-inch thick. Place each skewer on a parchment-lined tray.
  • Grill. Place the kofta kebabs on the lightly oiled grill. Grill on medium-high heat for 4 minutes on one side, then turn over and grill for another 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
  • Enjoy. Serve the kofta kebabs immediately with pita bread, tahini, and the fixings you prepared.

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Notes

  • Cook's Note: For gluten free, simply omit the toasted bread.
  • Cook's Note: If you prefer, you can use an all-beef or all-lamb for the kofta mixture
  • Recommended for this recipe our all-natural allspice; cardamom, sumac, nutmeg, and paprika.

Nutrition

Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.4g | Protein: 13.5g | Fat: 10.1g | Saturated Fat: 4.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4.2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 60.7mg | Potassium: 258.8mg | Fiber: 0.7g | Sugar: 0.7g | Vitamin A: 573.1IU | Vitamin C: 8.8mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1.9mg

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