For the kefta:

• 1 lb ground beef (85% lean)
• 1 small onion, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)

For the tahini sauce:

• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2–3 tablespoons water
• pinch of salt

For the tzatziki:

• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup grated cucumber (squeezed dry)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or mint
• salt to taste