Cairo Street Food Kofta Sandwich (سندويشة كفتة شارع القاهرة)
This سندويشة كفتة شارع القاهرة (Cairo Street Food Kofta Sandwich) is a popular Egyptian street food that is packed with flavor and perfect for a quick and delicious meal on the go.
Ingredients
- 500g ground beef
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pita bread rounds
- Tomato, lettuce, and tahini sauce for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a long, oval-shaped kofta.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat and cook the kofta for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.
- Warm the pita bread rounds in the pan for a few seconds on each side.
- Place a cooked kofta in the center of each pita bread round and top with tomato, lettuce, and a drizzle of tahini sauce.
- Roll up the pita bread to enclose the kofta and serve immediately.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Grill pan or skillet Mixing bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the kofta sandwiches with a side of pickles and a refreshing cucumber salad.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of sumac to the kofta mixture before cooking.
Cost
$10