Kofta Meatballs Beef
Elevate your dinner table with these flavorful Kofta Beef Meatballs, a delightful fusion of Middle Eastern spices and hearty comfort food. Made with ground beef, grated onion, fresh parsley, and an aromatic blend of cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and paprika, these meatballs are tender, juicy, and packed with irresistible flavor. A touch of breadcrumbs and a binding egg ensure perfect texture, while a quick pan-fry in olive oil adds a golden, lightly crisp exterior. This recipe is ready in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend meals. Serve them with fluffy rice, warm flatbread, or a tangy yogurt dipping sauce for a truly satisfying meal that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for family dinners or casual entertaining, these Kofta Beef Meatballs are sure to become a new favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Ground beef
- 1 medium (grated) Yellow onion
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 30 g (finely chopped) Fresh parsley
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Ground coriander
- 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 60 g Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tbsp (for frying) Olive oil
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, and finely chopped parsley.
2. Add ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
3. Mix in the breadcrumbs and beat the egg into the mixture. Stir well until the ingredients are evenly combined.
4. Using your hands, shape the mixture into small uniform meatballs, about the size of a golf ball, and set them aside on a plate.
5. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
6. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the meatballs into the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
7. Cook the meatballs for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally to brown all sides evenly. Cook in batches if necessary.
8. Once fully cooked through (internal temperature of 160°F/71°C), remove the meatballs and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
9. Serve warm with rice, flatbread, or a yogurt-based dipping sauce. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.4 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 706 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.0 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 25.2 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 405 mg | 9% | |
*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.
