Kofta Kebab

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1.1 Kofta Kebab
1.1.1 Ingredients
1.1.2 Instructions
1.2 Tips

Kofta Kebab

Here’s a delicious recipe for Kofta Kebabs, specifically focusing on Kofta Kebab, which are flavorful skewers made from ground meat mixed with spices and herbs.

Kofta Kebab

Ingredients

  • 1 medium yellow onion, quartered
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 bunch parsley, stems removed (about 2 packed cups of parsley leaves)
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb ground lamb
  • 1 slice of bread, toasted until browned and soaked in water until tender (squeeze out excess water)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • 1/2 tsp ground green cardamom
  • 1/2 tsp ground sumac (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp paprika

For Serving:

  • Pita bread
  • Tahini sauce
  • Tomato wedges
  • Onion wedges
  • More parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meat Mixture:
  • In a food processor, combine the quartered onion, garlic, and parsley. Process until finely chopped.
  • Add the ground beef, ground lamb, soaked bread, salt, pepper, and spices (allspice, cayenne, cardamom, sumac, nutmeg, and paprika). Process until well combined into a smooth mixture.
  1. Form the Kebabs:
  • Take a fistful of the meat mixture and mold it onto a wooden skewer. Aim for about 1 inch in thickness. Repeat this process until all the meat is used up.
  • If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes before using to prevent burning on the grill.
  1. Grill the Kebabs:
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  • Place the kofta kebabs on the grill and cook for about 4 minutes on one side. Turn them over and grill for another 3-4 minutes until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks.
  1. Serve:
  • Serve the kofta kebabs immediately with pita bread, tahini sauce, tomato wedges, onion wedges, and fresh parsley.

Tips

  • You can customize your kebabs by adding spices or herbs according to your taste.
  • Serve with a side of rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Enjoy your homemade Kofta Kebabs! They are perfect for grilling season or any gathering with friends and family.