Best 5 Kafta Meatball Shish Kabobs Recipes
**Kafta Meatball Shish Kabobs: A Journey of Flavorful Delights**
Embark on a culinary journey to the Middle East with our tantalizing Kafta Meatball Shish Kabobs. These succulent meatballs, crafted with a blend of ground beef, lamb, and a symphony of aromatic spices, are skewered and grilled to perfection. As the smoky aroma fills the air, the tender meatballs become infused with a delightful char that complements their juicy interior. Accompanying these delectable morsels are three irresistible dipping sauces: a creamy garlic sauce, a zesty tahini sauce, and a vibrant tomato sauce. Each sauce adds a unique layer of flavor, elevating the kabobs to an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you prefer the tangy kick of the garlic sauce, the nutty richness of the tahini sauce, or the classic appeal of the tomato sauce, your taste buds will be captivated by the harmony of flavors. Prepare to be mesmerized by the Kafta Meatball Shish Kabobs, a culinary masterpiece that will leave you craving for more.
CHEF JOHN'S KOFTA KEBABS
I'm excited to share what is one of my all-time favorite things to grill. This is perfect for those times when you want to take a break from grilling burgers, but you also kinda want a grilled burger, since this is basically a Mediterranean-style meatball on a stick. I know "shish" gets more love, but "kofta" might be the best kebab. Serve over a tomato, onion, and cucumber salad with flatbread or pita and a lemony tahini dressing.
Provided by Chef John
Categories BBQ & Grilled Beef Skewers and Kabobs
Time 1h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cut toasted bread slice into thin strips on a cutting board; cut strips across into a small dice.
- Place onion, parsley, and garlic on top of diced bread on the cutting board; chop until mixture resembles tabbouleh.
- Season beef and lamb with kosher salt, black pepper, allspice, paprika, cardamom, nutmeg, and cayenne. Add onion mixture and water. Mix and mash with your hands until well combined.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour, up to overnight.
- Remove meat from the refrigerator and roll ¼ of the mixture into a ball using wet hands. Pierce in the middle with a bamboo skewer. Shape meat into a uniform log, about 6 inches long and 2 inches wide.
- Meanwhile, preheat a charcoal grill until coals are very hot.
- Place kebabs on the hot grill until browned and cooked through, about 12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes or so. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a kebab should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 68.9 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 693.3 mg
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
KAFTA (BBQ)
The yummiest preparation mixture for ground beef EVER! I have made this Lebanese Meat for all of my friends and family and have HAD to leave the recipe with everyone! Meat mixture can be used for everything... meatballs, meatloaf, BBQ skewers, BBQ'd hamburgers. FOR BEST, AUTHENTIC LEBANESE TASTE, DO NOT OMIT OR SUBSTITUTE INGREDIENTS (until you have made it this way ;P )
Provided by Lebanese Cuisine
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Middle Eastern Lebanese
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak in water.
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, onion, parsley, cayenne, allspice, salt and pepper until evenly blended. Divide into 6 portions, and press around one end of the skewers to form a log shape approximately 1 inch thick and 6 inches long.
- Grill for 10 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until meat is no longer pink.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 74.3 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 459.1 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
MIDDLE EASTERN MEATBALLS (KOFTA KEBABS)
Middle Eastern Meatballs (Kofta Kebabs) made in just one bowl and ready to bake in 15 minutes with authentic middle eastern spices, it tastes like the ground beef kebab you love but with minimal effort.
Provided by Sabrina Snyder
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Add all the ingredients except the beef into a bowl and stir well.
- Add in the beef and stir until just combined.
- Form into 1/4 cup meatballs (I use an ice cream scoop) onto your cast iron skillet or sheet pan.
- Cook for 15-18 minutes or until cooked through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 33 mg, Sodium 229 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MEATBALL SHISH KABOBS
Convenience foods make this hearty entree a snap to prepare. Purchased meatballs are easy to thread onto skewers. And since they're precooked, you just need to grill the kabobs until the fresh veggies are tender. Basting with bottled barbecue sauce adds fast flavor. -Shawn Solley, Lawton, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- On metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternate meatballs, zucchini, summer squash, tomatoes and onions. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 6 minutes, turning once. , Baste with barbecue sauce. Grill 8-10 minutes longer or until meatballs are heated through and vegetables are tender, turning and basting frequently. Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 365mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use a combination of ground beef and ground lamb.
- Add some finely chopped onion and garlic to the meatball mixture for extra flavor.
- Season the meatballs liberally with salt, pepper, and your favorite Middle Eastern spices, such as cumin, coriander, and paprika.
- Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
- Grill the meatballs over medium-high heat, turning them frequently, until they are cooked through.
- Serve the kafta meatballs with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tahini sauce or tzatziki sauce.
Conclusion:
Kafta meatball shish kabobs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The meatballs are juicy and flavorful, and the grilled vegetables add a healthy and colorful touch. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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