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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.