Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (preferably 80% lean)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated. Let the mixture rest in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
- Divide the beef mixture into equal portions and shape into oval or sausage-shaped patties or balls. Keep hands moist to prevent sticking.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the kofta in batches, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Alternatively, grill on a preheated barbecue or use an air fryer for healthier cooking.
Notes
- Chill the meat mixture for better flavor melding.
- Shape the kofta on skewers for grilling.
- Use an air fryer for crispy, healthier kofta.
- Prepare the garlic yogurt sauce ahead of time and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Grilling, Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kofta with sauce
- Calories: 320 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg