BEEF KEFTA WITH MELON SLAW

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 44m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup lightly packed whole-wheat sourdough bread cubes
1/4 cup walnuts
2 medium red onions; 1 grated, 1 halved and thinly sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons dried mint
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup fresh parsley
1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck
1/2 firm ripe cantaloupe, cut into matchsticks
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing

Steps:

  • Soak the bread in water for 10 minutes; squeeze dry and pulse in a food processor with the walnuts, grated onion, 1 teaspoon paprika, cinnamon, mint, cumin, cayenne, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add 1 tablespoon dill and the parsley; pulse until smooth.
  • Knead the spice paste and beef in a bowl. Form into 8 egg-shaped pieces, then flatten into 1/2-inch-thick oval patties. Refrigerate for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, soak the sliced red onion in ice water; drain.
  • Toss the cantaloupe, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, onion slices and the remaining 1 tablespoon dill and 1/2 teaspoon paprika in a bowl.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high. Brush the patties with olive oil. Grill about 5 minutes; flip and continue grilling until cooked through but still moist, 4 more minutes. Serve with the melon slaw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calorie, Fat 24 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 104 milligrams, Sodium 1336 milligrams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 33 grams

RX APON
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This dish is a bit expensive to make, but it's definitely worth the splurge.


Solar
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I'm not a big fan of beef, but I really enjoyed the kefta in this recipe. It was flavorful and juicy.


Limitless Beauty
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover melon. I always have a bunch of melon leftover after a party, and this is a great way to use it up.


Sessanga Ronald
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I added a bit of feta cheese to the melon slaw and it was amazing. I highly recommend it.


Alan Finkle
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I'm not a big fan of mint, so I omitted it from the melon slaw. It was still delicious.


Aashish sah
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.


Edel Wade
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have everything I need to make it on hand.


Ansari Ansari
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort.


Nene Lothian
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my kefta turned out really tough. I'll have to try this recipe again.


Sam Green
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I had some trouble finding ground lamb, but I was able to substitute ground beef and it turned out great.


Ayanle Ibrahim
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This recipe is a bit too spicy for me, but I'm sure it would be great for people who like spicy food.


Rose Gasa
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The kefta was a bit dry for my taste, but the melon slaw was excellent.


Christine Alicia Bush
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I'm not a big fan of melon, but I really enjoyed the slaw in this recipe. It was light and refreshing.


Hugo Martinez
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5 stars! This dish is amazing. I highly recommend it.


Roger DJ EZD Defreese
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Mian Huzaifa334
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the melon slaw balances out the savory kefta perfectly.


Odane Paige
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This dish was a hit with my family! The kefta was flavorful and juicy, and the melon slaw was a refreshing complement. I'll definitely be making this again.