Description
A delightful fusion of spices and flavor, these Beef Kafta Kebabs are perfect for gatherings and family dinners, embodying Middle Eastern culinary traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (preferably 80/20)
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling)
Instructions
- Combine the ground beef, finely grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, mint, and all spices in a large bowl.
- Mix everything using your hands until just blended, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- Shape the mixture into elongated patties, about 4-5 inches long.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and brush with olive oil.
- Place the kebabs on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until nicely browned and cooked through.
- Remove the kebabs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes to retain juiciness.
Notes
For variety, swap ground beef for lamb or turkey, and add spices like cayenne for heat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg