Description
Succulent lamb kofta kebab showcases Middle Eastern culinary mastery with aromatic spices and grilled perfection. Savory meat blends create a delightful experience you’ll relish with each memorable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (453.6 g) ground beef
- 0.5 lb (226.8 g) ground lamb
- 1 medium yellow onion, quartered
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 whole bunch of parsley, stems removed (about 2 packed cups parsley leaves)
- 1 slice of bread, toasted until browned and soaked in water until fully tender
- 1.5 tsps ground allspice
- 0.5 tsp ground green cardamom
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
- 0.5 tsp ground sumac
- 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita bread
- Tahini sauce
- Tomato wedges
- Onion wedges
- More parsley
Instructions
- Preparation: Submerge wooden skewers in water for 30-60 minutes to prevent charring during grilling. Preheat gas grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil grates.
- Flavor Base: Pulse onion, garlic, and parsley in food processor until finely chopped, creating an aromatic herb foundation for the meat mixture.
- Meat Composition: Combine ground beef, lamb, soaked bread, and spices in food processor, blending until a uniform, cohesive mixture forms with balanced flavors and consistent texture.
- Shaping Technique: Mold meat mixture around skewers, creating uniform cylindrical kebabs approximately one inch thick, ensuring compact and even formation.
- Grilling Process: Carefully place skewered kebabs on preheated grill, cooking 4 minutes per side to develop caramelized exterior and achieve rich golden-brown coloration. Rotate once to ensure even cooking and proper internal temperature.
- Serving Presentation: Transfer grilled kofta immediately to serving platter, accompanied by warm pita bread, creamy tahini sauce, and complementary side dishes for a complete Mediterranean culinary experience.
Notes
- Soak Skewers Smartly: Submerge wooden skewers in water for 30-60 minutes to prevent charring and ensure safe, smooth grilling without burnt edges.
- Blend Ingredients Thoroughly: Pulse herbs and meat in food processor until uniform, creating a cohesive mixture that guarantees consistent flavor and texture throughout each kebab.
- Monitor Grilling Carefully: Cook kebabs 4 minutes per side, rotating to achieve golden-brown exterior while maintaining juicy, perfectly cooked interior without drying out meat.
- Serve Immediately Hot: Transfer grilled kofta directly to serving platter, pairing with warm pita and tahini sauce to preserve optimal temperature and maximize flavor enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg