Beef Kofta Skewers
4 servings20 min prep12 min cookEasy
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The Tale of Beef Kofta Skewers
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Kofta, spiced ground meat shaped and grilled on skewers, has ancient roots across the Middle East, South Asia, and the Balkans, with the name deriving from Persian "kūfta," meaning pounded meat. Regional variations reflect centuries of trade and cultural exchange across these regions.
Ingredients
Scale:· 4 servings
- 1.5 lbs ground beef (85/15)
- 1/2 onion, grated and squeezed of excess liquid
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- 1If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes.
- 2In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, grated onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and pepper, mixing gently until well combined.
- 3Divide the mixture into 8 portions and shape each around a skewer into an elongated log.
- 4Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- 5Grill the kofta for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through to 160°F internally.
- 6Serve with flatbread, yogurt sauce, and a fresh salad.
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