Middle Eastern Beef Kofta
This Middle Eastern Beef Kofta recipe offers a delightful blend of flavors with juicy ground beef seasoned with fresh parsley and a mix of aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika. These koftas can be served as an appetizer, main course, or part of a mezze platter and are perfect for impressing guests with their hearty and fragrant taste. Quick to prepare and cook, they are best served warm with sides such as fresh salad, pita bread, or roasted vegetables. Explore the authentic taste of Middle Eastern cuisine right in your kitchen.
Transport yourself to the heart of Middle Eastern flavors with this delicious beef kofta recipe. Packed with fresh parsley, aromatic spices, and juicy ground beef, these koftas are the perfect fusion of hearty and fragrant. Perfectly served as an appetizer, main dish, or part of a mezze platter, these koftas will surely impress your family and guests.
Ingredients
🥩 3 pounds ground beef
🧅 1 medium-sized onion
🧄 2 to 3 cloves of garlic
🌿 Fresh parsley (as much as you prefer)
🧂 1 tablespoon salt
🌿 1 teaspoon cumin
🌿 1 teaspoon coriander
🌶️ 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
🌶️ 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1- Prepare the Aromatics:
- In a food processor, finely chop the fresh parsley, onion, and garlic until well blended.
2- Combine Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped parsley, garlic, and onion to the ground beef.
- Sprinkle in the salt, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
3- Mix and Shape:
- Thoroughly mix all ingredients until spices and aromatics are evenly distributed.
- Shape the mixture into koftas; you can form them into football shapes or small patties, depending on preference.
4- Cook the Koftas:
- Place a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, add your shaped koftas to the skillet. Cook each side for approximately 3 to 4 minutes until browned and cooked through.
5- Serve:
- Once the koftas are cooked, remove them from the skillet and let them rest for a minute or two.
- Serve warm, accompanied by your choice of sides like fresh salad, pita bread, or roasted vegetables.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: Serves 6-8 people
Calories per Serving: Approximately 320
Nutritional Content per Serving: 25g protein, 20g fat, 3g carbohydrates
Equipment: Food processor, Large mixing bowl, Nonstick skillet
Cooking Tips:
- Ensure the beef mixture is well combined to maintain the shape during frying.
- Adjust spices to taste preference; feel free to add a bit of chili powder for extra heat.
- For an alternative cooking method, consider grilling the koftas for a smoky flavor.
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