Koftas, a versatile and flavorful dish enjoyed in many cultures worldwide, are crafted from minced or ground meat, often combined with various herbs, spices, and vegetables. These succulent morsels can be grilled, roasted, pan-fried, or baked, resulting in a tender and juicy interior wrapped in a crispy, charred exterior. In this comprehensive guide, we present a diverse collection of kofta recipes, catering to a range of tastes and preferences. From classic Middle Eastern koftas infused with aromatic spices to modern takes featuring unique ingredients and cooking techniques, our recipes offer a culinary journey that promises to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're seeking traditional or contemporary, vegetarian or meat-based options, our carefully curated selection has something for every kofta enthusiast to relish.
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KOFTA KEBABS
These kebabs have 6 different kinds of spices; the first time I smelled them I knew immediately that I had to find the recipe. The most affordable way to purchase the spices is in bulk at either a health food store or an Asian or Middle-Eastern market. They are very good! Serve with yogurt, flat bread, lettuce, tomato and cucumber.
Provided by SRKELZ
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Lamb Ground
Time 1h20m
Yield 28
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mash the garlic into a paste with the salt using a mortar and pestle or the flat side of a chef's knife on your cutting board. Mix the garlic into the lamb along with the onion, parsley, coriander, cumin, cinnamon, allspice, cayenne pepper, ginger, and pepper in a mixing bowl until well blended. Form the mixture into 28 balls. Form each ball around the tip of a skewer, flattening into a 2 inch oval; repeat with the remaining skewers. Place the kebabs onto a baking sheet, cover, and refrigerate at least 30 minutes, or up to 12 hours.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil grate.
- Cook the skewers on the preheated grill, turning occasionally, until the lamb has cooked to your desired degree of doneness, about 6 minutes for medium.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 34.6 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 78.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
OVEN-BAKED KOFTA KEBABS (PAKISTANI-STYLE)
These delicious kebabs are guaranteed to be a big hit! This recipe has been in my husband's family for generations. Serve with basmati rice or naan.
Provided by sommer
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Pakistani
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer onion and 1 tablespoon of the oil from the skillet to a food processor and puree until smooth. Reserve remaining oil in the skillet.
- Place onion puree, beef, egg, yogurt, garlic paste, ginger paste, coriander, salt, and red pepper in a bowl. Mix by hand to combine. Form beef mixture into 4 to 5-inch-long kebabs using oiled hands. Arrange in a baking pan.
- Saute cumin seeds in the reserved oil over medium-high heat until blackened, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce, and salt; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes more. Pour the sauce over the kebabs. Cover with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until beef is no longer pink in the center, about 20 minutes. Uncover and turn on the broiler. Broil until brown, about 5 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.8 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 112.1 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 1990 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
TURKISH KOFTA RECIPE
Kofta or "Kofte" is a popular meatball type of dish in Turkey and the middle east. We have many kofta recipes and kebabs in Turkish cuisine. I will make a kofta recipe, the way we make it at home, easily using a food processor in this episode. The great thing is you can freeze and cook whenever you want to have a ready meal
Provided by Ayşenur Altan
Categories Main Course
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Traditionally we make the kofte mixture by hand by grating the onions, chopping fresh herbs if used, and mixing the other ingredients in a bowl well. But you can easily do these steps in a food processor. If your food processor isn't so big you can only chop the onion and parsley and continue mixing in a bowl
- In a food processor add onion cut in four, parsley. If you are using stale bread soak it in water to soften then squeeze out excess water and add to the onion parsley mixture. Process until they have fine pieces, avoid over-processing, and don't make it like a puré.
- Add the ground meat, spices, and baking soda if using. Drop 3-4 drops of lemon juice over the baking soda and mix everything by pulsing until is it evenly incorporated.
- Dip your hand into the water from time to time and get smaller than mandarine size mixture and first shape into a ball and press it to make a disk. It comes together when cooks and becomes thicker so consider that while shaping.
- Heat the cast iron griddle or non-stick frying pan or grill. Brush it with vegetable oil. Add kofte pieces leaving space between them and cook on medium heat until both sides and inside are fully cooked.
- Meanwhile cut the tomatoes in big wedges and cook on the griddle or grill with green peppers.
- Serve the koftes with pilav and grilled veggies. You can also make coban salad, or cacik (yogurt-cucumber sauce) to serve.
LAMB KOFTAS
With only five ingredients, these lean meatballs couldn't be any easier to make.
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Main course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix together all the ingredients until well blended. Divide into eight balls, then roll each ball on a board with a cupped hand to turn them into ovals. Thread onto four metal skewers and brush with oil.
- To cook on a griddle: heat the pan until you can feel a good heat rising and cook for 3-4 mins each side. Don't turn until they are well sealed or the meat will stick to the grill or pan.
- Season if you want, and set aside. Serve the koftas with yogurt and spiced flat breads.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 0.15 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose the right meat: Use a combination of ground beef, lamb, or pork for a flavorful kofta.
- Season the meat well: Use a variety of spices, such as cumin, coriander, paprika, and chili powder, to give the koftas depth of flavor.
- Mix the meat thoroughly: Make sure the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat mixture.
- Chill the meat mixture: This will help the koftas hold their shape when cooking.
- Shape the koftas: Use your hands to form the meat mixture into small, oval-shaped koftas.
- Cook the koftas: You can cook the koftas in a variety of ways, including grilling, baking, or frying.
- Serve the koftas: Serve the koftas with a variety of dipping sauces, such as tzatziki sauce, hummus, or tahini sauce.
Conclusion:
Koftas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. They are easy to make and can be cooked in a variety of ways. With a little bit of planning, you can create a delicious kofta dish that will impress your family and friends.
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