Description
This flavorful kofta recipe combines aromatic spices with ground beef or lamb to create delicious Middle Eastern meatballs that are perfect for grilling or pan-frying. Enjoy them with rice, flatbread, or a side of tzatziki for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef or lamb
- 1/2 small onion, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling or pan-frying)
Instructions
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground meat, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, spices, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Shape the Koftas: Form the mixture into small logs or oval patties, then chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Koftas: Heat a grill or skillet, cook the koftas for 4–5 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with rice, flatbread, or a side of tzatziki or yogurt sauce.
Notes
- For extra juiciness, mix beef and lamb.
- You can skewer the koftas for easier grilling.
- Leftovers are great for pita wraps with veggies and sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 koftas
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
