Savory Middle Eastern Kofta Kebabs for a Taste Explosion

Experience a taste explosion with Middle Eastern Kofta Kebabs, bursting with flavor and perfect for every palate.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Resting Time 5

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 kebabs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Kebabs

1 pound Ground Beef or Lamb Choose lean beef or traditional lamb.
1 medium Onion Finely minced.
3 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced.
1/2 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.

For the Spices

1 teaspoon Ground Cumin For earthy warmth.
1 teaspoon Ground Coriander For citrusy notes.
1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon or Allspice Optional, for warmth.
1 teaspoon Paprika For color and flavor.
to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning.

Cooking Essentials

2 tablespoons Olive Oil For coating.

Equipment

grill
mixing bowl
Skewers

Method

Preparation

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F.
In a large bowl, combine ground meat with minced onion, garlic, parsley, and spices. Mix until just combined.
Shape mixture into ovals on skewers or into patties.
Grill or cook in a skillet for 8–10 minutes, turning until browned and cooked through.
Let kebabs rest for a few minutes; serve with lemon juice squeezed on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kebabCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with fresh tzatziki sauce for a cooling contrast. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

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