Vegetarian Beef Kofta
Transform your dinner table with this irresistible **Vegetarian Beef Kofta**, a plant-based twist on the classic Middle Eastern favorite. Crafted with flavorful **plant-based ground beef**, aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and allspice, and fresh herbs such as parsley and mint, these tender and savory koftas are bursting with authentic flavors. Shaped into perfect ovals and cooked to golden perfection, these vegetarian delights offer a hearty, protein-packed upgrade to your meatless meals. Whether pan-seared or grilled, serve them hot with fluffy pita bread and a tangy dip like tzatziki or creamy hummus for an unforgettable plant-based feast. With just 40 minutes of prep and cook time, this recipe is a quick and satisfying way to enjoy the beloved essence of traditional kofta without the meat! Perfect for a family meal or your next gathering, this dish is sure to impress vegetarians and meat lovers alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 454 grams plant-based ground beef
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 30 grams fresh parsley, chopped
- 15 grams fresh mint, chopped
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the plant-based ground beef, finely chopped onion, and minced garlic.
Add the chopped parsley, chopped mint, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, and paprika to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Mix again to ensure even distribution of the spices.
Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions and shape each portion into a long oval, like a sausage or meatball.
If using skewers, gently press the mixture onto the skewers, forming a kofta shape along the skewer.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Alternatively, you can preheat a grill.
Cook the koftas for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and heated through.
Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley or mint if desired, alongside pita bread and your choice of dips such as hummus or tzatziki.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.7 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.7 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3964 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 81.9 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 451 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 24.1 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 2023 mg | 43% | |
*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.
