Beef Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce is a flavorful dish made from spiced ground beef, grilled to perfection and served with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce.
Author:Nicole Grace
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Grilling
Cuisine:Middle Eastern
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
1 small onion, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling)
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix until well combined.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into an elongated oval or sausage shape.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the grill with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Place the kofta on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.
While the kofta is grilling, prepare the garlic yogurt sauce by combining the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and mint (if using) in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.
Serve the kofta hot with the garlic yogurt sauce on the side. Enjoy with pita bread or over a bed of rice.
Notes
For a lighter option, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
Add diced bell peppers or zucchini to the kofta mixture for extra veggies and flavor.