Best 2 Low Fat Middle Eastern Beef Koftas Recipes

**Middle Eastern Beef Kofta: A Culinary Journey to the Levant**

Embark on a culinary adventure to the vibrant streets of the Middle East with our selection of low-fat beef kofta recipes. These succulent meatballs, made from minced beef, herbs, and spices, are a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, offering a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer the traditional kofta kebab, grilled to perfection on skewers, or the delectable kofta bil tahini, smothered in a creamy tahini sauce, our collection of recipes has something for every palate. Get ready to transport your taste buds to the bustling souks and aromatic spice markets of the Levant with these authentic and easy-to-follow recipes.

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BEEF KAFTA KABOBS

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Beef kafta is a traditional Middle Eastern (Lebanese) style dish traditionally served as kabobs. It's packed with flavor using a handful of spices yet so simple to make!

Provided by Gina Matsoukas

Categories Main Dishes

Time 32m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 small yellow onion
3 cloves garlic
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh parsley leaves
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon sumac
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon allspice

Steps:

Place ground beef in a large bowl.
Add onion, garlic and parsley to a food processor and process until very finely minced scraping down sides as needed. Mixture should almost start to liquefy (just past the point of a very fine mince).
Transfer the onion mixture to the bowl with the beef and add all the spices.
Mix well using clean hands until all the ingredients are fully incorporated. Place the bowl in the refrigerator for 10 minutes while you preheat the grill.
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium high heat (450-500°F) and lightly grease the grates with a high smoke point oil like avocado oil.
Remove the beef mixture from the refrigerator and form the beef into an oblong shape on skewers (*see note). Using 6 to 8 skewers, repeat until beef mixture is used up.
Carefully place each skewer on the preheated and greased grill. Grill for about 6-8 minutes.
Gently flip skewers when meat pulls away from the grates easily and grill marks have formed on the bottom. Grill on the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
Transfer the kabobs to a plate and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Pour any accumulated juices over the kabobs when serving and enjoy with your favorite sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 101 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 20 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 31 grams protein, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 276 grams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams unsaturated fat

LOW FAT MIDDLE EASTERN BEEF KOFTAS

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Inspired by local magazine, TRUE! Added, subtracted to make my own too! This IS yummy as can be! No extra calories or extra fat will you see!

Provided by mickeydownunder

Categories Meat

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

450 g lean ground beef
1 red onion
1 cup mint
1/2 cup fresh parsley
1 lemon
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon allspice
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons coriander
cooking spray
1 cup non-fat vanilla yogurt
4 tablespoons mint sauce

Steps:

COMBINE beef, GRATED red onion, parsley, mint, allspice, GRATED lemon rind and juice of lemon in bowl.
Make in 7 or 8 rolled sausages.
SPRAY pan with oil and cook beef until cooked.
NOTE: To make it easier to cook, make sure sausages or rolled evenly.
NOTE: I put a plate and a can from the pantry on top to help to brown evenly.
In separate bowl, COMBINE vanilla low-fat yogurt and mint sauce (I used from the bottle; thick or thin will do).
Will serve with grape tomatoes and Bill Granger's Spiced Pumpkin recipe listed at ZAAR!
ENJOY!
**UPDATED NOTE: If the combination FEELS dry, you can add up to 2 Tablespoon of Greek Yogurt too as if the mixture is ultra dry before you grill, it will taste like that too!

Tips for Making the Best Low-Fat Middle Eastern Beef Koftas:

Choose a lean ground beef: The key to making low-fat koftas is to use a lean ground beef. Look for ground beef that is at least 90% lean.
Use a food processor to mince the meat: This will help to ensure that the koftas are evenly ground and have a smooth texture.
Don't overmix the meat: Overmixing the meat will make the koftas tough. Mix the ingredients together just until they are combined.
Use wet hands to shape the koftas: This will help to prevent the meat from sticking to your hands.
Cook the koftas over medium heat: This will help to prevent them from burning.
Serve the koftas with your favorite dipping sauce: Some popular options include tzatziki sauce, hummus, and tahini sauce.

Conclusion:

These low-fat Middle Eastern beef koftas are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a traditional Middle Eastern dish. They are easy to make and can be served with a variety of dipping sauces. Whether you are looking for a healthy weeknight meal or a party appetizer, these koftas are sure to please.

So what are you waiting for? Try out this recipe today and let me know what you think! And be sure to check out my other recipes for more healthy and delicious dishes.