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Nicole Grace

Beef Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce: A Flavorful Delight!

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.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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)

Method
 

  1. 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.
  2. Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into an elongated oval or sausage shape.
  3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the grill with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  4. Place the kofta on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.
  5. 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.
  6. Serve the kofta hot with the garlic yogurt sauce on the side. Enjoy with pita bread or over a bed of rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kofta with sauceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

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.

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