Baked Turkey Kofta Pita Sandwich
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
30 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
520 kcal
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Course
Lunch
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Baked Turkey Kofta Pita Sandwich
Description
This recipe transforms ground turkey into flavorful kofta by combining it with diced onion, bread crumbs, and freshly chopped cilantro, seasoned with cumin, paprika, cinnamon, and salt. The mixture is chilled to firm up, then shaped by hand into elongated kebabs and grilled on a rack in the oven's high broiler setting until browned and cooked through.
The kebabs are nestled in warm pita pockets spread with tahini, a creamy sesame seed sauce that balances the spices, then topped with harissa for heat, pickled jalapeños for tang, and extra cilantro for brightness. The combination creates contrasts of savory, creamy, spicy, and fresh notes.
This sandwich is suitable for casual lunches or dinners. The baking method allows for less mess and easy cooking indoors. The choice of garnishes can be adjusted based on heat preference and availability.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- ½ onion diced
- ½ cup cilantro washed and finely chopped, plus more for serving
- ¼ cup bread crumbs
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 egg optional
- 4 pita bread
- ½ cup tahini sauce
- 2 TBs harissa or more, to taste
- 4 pickled jalapeños optional, or pickles
- lemon for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground turkey, diced onion, bread crumbs, and chopped cilantro.
- Add a pinch of cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the mixture. If it holds together, you don't need to use an egg.
- Place the mixture in the fridge for 30 minutes to firm up.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water to prevent burning.
- Shape the turkey mixture into elongated kebabs around the skewers. Wet your hands to make this easier.
- Preheat your oven to a high grill setting (around 400-450°F).
- Place a drying rack on a baking sheet and arrange the kebab skewers on top.
- Grill the kebabs for 5 minutes on each side, turning them carefully.
- Warm the pita bread in the oven for a few minutes or in a toaster.
- To assemble the pita, start by spreading a spoonful of tahini sauce on the pita's inner surface.
- Place a couple of the cooked turkey kebabs on the sauce.
- Drizzle some harissa for a spicy kick.
- Add a few pickles if desired.
- Sprinkle more fresh cilantro over the kebabs. Drizzle with lemon juice.
- Carefully roll up the pita, enclosing the ingredients snugly.
- Enjoy your tasty turkey kebab pita!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 520 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 520kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8g | 47% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 103mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 1078mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 665mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 556IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 129mg | 13% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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