Kofta (arabian Style Grilled Beef Kebabs)
Kofta is a popular Arabian dish made of grilled beef kebabs seasoned with aromatic spices. This recipe will guide you through creating flavorful kofta that is perfect for a delicious meal with family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape each portion into a long, cylindrical kebab around a skewer.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Grill the kofta kebabs for about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and have grill marks.
- Remove from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Grill Skewers Large mixing bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board Grill tongs
Serving suggestions
Serve the kofta kebabs with warm pita bread, hummus, and a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a dash of sumac or a squeeze of lemon juice over the grilled kofta before serving.
Cost
$10