Egyptien Kofta Kebab Recipe
These Egyptian Kofta Kebabs are a delicious blend of ground beef and lamb, mixed with aromatic spices and fresh herbs. Perfect for grilling or cooking on the stovetop, these flavorful kebabs are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Egyptian
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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For the Kofta:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 onion, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving:
- Pita bread
- Tzatziki sauce
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced cucumbers
- Chopped lettuce
Instructions
- Prepare the Kofta Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, grated onion, garlic, parsley, mint, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form the Kofta: Take handfuls of the mixture and shape them into long, oval-shaped kebabs around skewers.
- Cook the Kofta: Grill the kebabs over medium-high heat for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the kofta kebabs with pita bread, tzatziki sauce, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and lettuce.
Notes
- You can also cook the kofta kebabs in a pan on the stovetop if grilling is not an option.
- Feel free to customize the spices to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kebab
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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