TWISTED BEEF KOFTAS (MIDDLE-EASTERN MEATBALLS)

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Traditionally made with lamb and mint, this is my own altered version of the scrumptious Indian dish. These meatballs are pretty spicy, so season to your known preferences. I like to use lots of pepper and cayenne and minimal salt. The prep time can be cut by preparing the ingredients in a food processor. All measurements are approximate, feel free to use what you have on hand! There are many ways to serve them. My favorite method is in a fresh, warm pita with a cucumber-yogurt sauce or with terriyaki and a handful of onions. My boyfriend likes to eat his with spicy mustard. Or for a flavor crossover use them as meatballs for spaghetti! Try a cool, light salad as a side, and don't forget dessert!

Provided by YourCakeIWillTake

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 15-20 meatballs, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium potato, peeled, grated
1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
1 -4 garlic clove, finely chopped
1/2 bell pepper, finely chopped (optional)
1 egg
3 teaspoons teriyaki sauce or 3 teaspoons soy sauce
ground black pepper, to taste
cayenne pepper, to taste
garlic salt or seasoning salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Mix all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl until well-blended (using your hands works best).
  • Form golf-ball sized meatballs from the mixture and place, without touching, on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake until slightly browned and cooked through (approximately 20-25 minutes).
  • Serve 'em up hot! (See Recipe Description for Suggestions).

Makori Edwin
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I'm allergic to beef. Is there a substitute I can use?


Issy Kingkong
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I'm not a big fan of Middle Eastern food, but these koftas look so good that I might have to give them a try.


mohit jain
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I'm not sure if I have all the ingredients, but I'm going to try to make these anyway.


Muhammad Faizan Shazad
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These sound like the perfect appetizer for my next dinner party.


vbops xdatji
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I'm definitely going to make these for my next party.


Kihembo Ann
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These look delicious! I can't wait to try them.


Darcie Holland
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my koftas didn't turn out as good as I expected. I think I might have overcooked them.


Makhan Deen
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These were a little dry for my taste, but the flavors were still good.


Rehema ngoliga
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The flavors in these koftas were amazing! I loved the combination of spices.


Marcilee Louis
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These were easy to make and turned out great! I'll definitely be making them again.


Lofy LOFY
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I'm not a huge fan of beef, but these koftas were surprisingly good. The spices really make them.


Sienna Vazquez
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These were delicious! I made them for a party and everyone loved them.


Tony Naidoo
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I've made these koftas several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're so juicy and flavorful, and the spices are perfectly balanced.


Giovanni Qusenberry
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These beef koftas were a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing, and the texture was perfect. I'll definitely be making these again.