Description
Homemade Beef Kofta is a flavorful dish that brings the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine right to your kitchen. These spiced meatballs, crafted from lean ground beef, are infused with aromatic herbs and spices like cumin and coriander. Grilled or baked to perfection, they create a juicy, satisfying experience that’s perfect for any occasion—be it casual weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Serve these delightful koftas wrapped in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and a drizzle of yogurt sauce, or alongside fluffy rice for a hearty meal. With every bite, you’ll be transported to a world of rich flavors, leaving your family and friends clamoring for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- ½ onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, onion, garlic, cilantro, cumin powder, coriander powder, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Wet your hands and shape the mixture into oval patties or logs (about 4 inches long).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F) or set the oven to broil (500°F).
- Grill the koftas for about 6 minutes on each side or broil for about 8 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F).
- Serve hot with yogurt sauce and fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 koftas (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg