Kurdish Rehiks

Rehiks, also known as shifta, are scrumptious, golden-brown fried cakes combining savory ground beef with a medley of vegetables and spices. Perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, these delightful bites are versatile enough to enjoy on their own or nestled within your favorite sandwich.

Ingredients

🥩 1 pound ground beef
🍅 1 large tomato
🧅 1 medium-sized onion
🌿 1 cup parsley
🌶️ 1 cup sweet bell peppers (any color)
🌶️ 1 jalapeño pepper
🧄 2 cloves garlic
🥄 1 teaspoon cumin
🌶️ 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
🌶️ 1 teaspoon black pepper
🍂 1 teaspoon allspice
🐔 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🥄 1 teaspoon baking powder
🥫 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
🥣 1 to 1½ cups flour
🫒 Oil for frying

Instructions

1- Prepare the Ingredients:

• Wash all vegetables thoroughly.
• Finely chop the tomato, onion, parsley, bell peppers, jalapeño, and garlic.

2- Mix the Ingredients:

• In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with the chopped vegetables.
• Add the tomato paste, baking powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, black pepper, allspice, chicken bouillon, and salt.
• Gradually add flour, starting with 1 cup, and mix well until everything is thoroughly combined. Add an additional ½ cup of flour if the mixture feels too wet. Aim for a consistency that holds together when shaped into patties.

3- Shape the Patties:

• Use your hands to form the mixture into small, flat patties. The flatter, the better, as this ensures even cooking.

4- Fry the Patties:

• Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan.
• Once the oil is hot, add the patties to the skillet. Fry for about 1 to 2 minutes on each side, or until they are a rich golden brown and cooked through.
• Remove the patties from the skillet and let them drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.

5- Serve:

• Serve immediately as a main dish or as a flavorful addition to sandwiches. Enjoy the delicious fusion of spices and aromatic vegetables in each bite!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: Approximately 6 servings
Calories: Approximately 280 calories per serving
Macronutrients per Serving: 18g proteins, 18g fats, 14g carbohydrates
Equipment: Skillet, large mixing bowl, spatula or tongs

Cooking Tips:

• Adjust the level of spices to suit your taste preferences.
• For a vegetarian version, replace ground beef with mashed potatoes or lentils.
• Ensure not to overcrowd the skillet when frying the patties to maintain their crispiness.

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Rehiks (Shifta)