How to Make Kofta - A Step-by-Step Guide

Kofta is a delicious and flavorful Middle Eastern dish that consists of spiced meatballs or patties, typically made with ground lamb or beef. This dish is popular in many regions, including the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. The word "kofta" is derived from the Persian word "kuftan," which means "to pound" or "to grind."

Kofta is a versatile dish that can be prepared in a variety of ways, with different spices, and can be grilled, baked, or pan-fried. It is often served wi...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 20 minutes

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the ground beef, onion, egg yolk, oregano, salt and pepper.
  • Pick up medium sized handfuls and press them onto skewers. Roll on a lightly oiled clean surface until the mixture looks like a large ground beef hot dog with about 1 1/2 inches at each end of the skewer. Place your fingers in the middle of the skewer and separate the meat log into two sausages with about 1 inch of skewer sticking out at each end.
  • Prepare a grill for high heat, or if you only have a grill pan, like myself, heat it over medium-high heat.
  • Place the sausages on the grilling surface, and cook for about 10 minutes, turning once or twice for even cooking. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    231 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 122mg
    • Sodium: 70mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 21mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 285mg