Turkish Köfte Kebabs (Turski Köfte Kebabi)
Turski Köfte Kebabi, or Turkish Köfte Kebabs, are a popular dish in Balkan cuisine, known for their flavorful and juicy meatballs grilled to perfection on skewers. This recipe is a perfect way to bring the authentic taste of the Balkans to your table.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 metal or wooden skewers
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, cumin, paprika, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a long, sausage-like shape around a skewer.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Place the kebabs on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked through and slightly charred.
- Remove the kebabs 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
Tools
Large mixing bowl Grater Knife
Serving suggestions
Serve the Turski Köfte Kebabi with a side of rice, grilled vegetables, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce for a complete Balkan meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of sumac or a squeeze of lemon juice to the meat mixture before shaping the kebabs.
Cost
$10