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Middle Eastern Kofta Kebabs

Delicious Middle Eastern Kofta Kebabs for Flavorful BBQ Nights

Try these Middle Eastern Kofta Kebabs for a flavorful BBQ experience, packed with spices and suitable for all gatherers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
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 Use ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 medium Onion Grated.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin For authentic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon or Allspice Use sparingly.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For color and flavor.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For brushing skewers.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skewers

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Middle Eastern Kofta Kebabs
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F. If using a skillet, set it to medium heat.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef or lamb, finely grated onion, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, and your chosen spices.
  3. Shape the mixture around soaked wooden skewers into elongated, oval forms, about 1-2 inches thick.
  4. Cook the formed kebabs on the hot grill for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through.
  5. Remove the kebabs from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kebabCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These kebabs are customizable; feel free to substitute ingredients to suit your taste.

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