Beef Kofta
Juicy, spiced, and irresistibly fragrant, this Beef Kofta recipe is a celebration of Middle Eastern flavors in every bite. Made with ground beef blended with aromatic herbs like parsley and cilantro, and seasoned with a rich medley of warm spices like cumin, coriander, allspice, and cinnamon, these koftas are tender, flavorful, and incredibly versatile. Shaped into patties or skewered like kebabs, they’re pan-seared to perfection in olive oil, giving them a delightful golden crust while locking in their moisture. Serve these succulent koftas with fluffy pita bread, a side of fragrant rice, or a crisp salad for a complete and satisfying meal that’s ready in just 40 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this quick and easy recipe will bring the bold, authentic taste of the Middle East to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground beef
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 0.25 cups, chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 cups, chopped fresh cilantro
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon ground allspice
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground allspice, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly using your hands until well-blended. Be careful not to over-mix, as this can make the kofta tough.
Divide the mixture into approximately 16 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball, then flatten slightly to form a small patty. Alternatively, shape them into logs around skewers if desired.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, place the kofta in the skillet, ensuring they are not too crowded.
Cook the kofta for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are well browned and cooked through. This should take around 8-10 minutes in total.
Remove the kofta from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes.
Serve the kofta warm, with pita bread, rice, or a fresh salad, as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.6 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 84 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 819 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 22.0 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 367 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
