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Easy Beef Kafta Kabob
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Easy Beef Kafta Kabob

Easy Beef Kafta Kabob is a seasoned ground beef mixture shaped onto skewers and grilled until browned. It includes onion, parsley, garlic, and warm spices like cumin, oregano, cinnamon, and sumac. Served with simple sides such as fresh vegetables, feta, hummus, or rice, it offers a robust, aromatic Middle Eastern flavor.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Regrigerate
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 344 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

For kafta:
  • 2 pounds ground beef lean
  • 1 onion grated, small
  • 1/2 cup parsley finely chopped
  • 2-3 garlic grated or minced, cloves
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper ground
  • 1/2 tsp salt sea salt
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp sumac
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil for cooking
Optional sides for serving:
  • Curly parsley to garnish
  • feta cheese fresh
  • hummus
  • cucumber
  • cherry tomato
  • red onions
  • olive oil
  • balsamic vinegar
  • rice or quinoa

Instructions

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  1. In a mixing bowl place the ground beef, salt, pepper, cumin, oregano, sumac, and cinnamon.
  2. Add in the grated onion, chopped parsley, and garlic; using your clean hands, mix until all the ingredients are well combined.
  3. Form the meat mixture into an oblong shape of about 1 inch in thickness. Use a skewer to form this shape onto 2/3 of it, keeping the skewer stick right into the middle of the meat.
  4. Repeat with remaining meat, then let the kafta sit in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes, or until you prepare the grill. (refrigerating is optional)
  5. Grease the grill grates with some olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Place the kafta onto the preheated grill and cook for about 8-10 minutes until browned, turning a couple of times with a tong, to ensure even browning.
  6. Meanwhile slice the cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion. Place the veggies into a bowl, drizzle with a bit of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
  7. Season with salt and pepper; mix well. Once the kafta kabobs are done, remove from the heat and transfer to a serving dish
  8. Garnish with parsley and crumbled feta cheese, if desired. Serve with the optional sides and enjoy!

Notes

  • Make about 8 skewers; serving size is typically 2 skewers per person.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days and reheat in the microwave; freeze up to 3 months.
  • Use lean ground beef, or substitute ground chicken or turkey as desired.
  • Refrigerating the seasoned meat before grilling helps it hold together better.
  • Cook over medium heat to avoid burning the outside before cooking through; prefer well done but medium is optional.
  • Serve with white Lebanese rice, quinoa, hummus, or salads for a complete meal.

Nutrition Information

Calories 344kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 49g (98%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 141mg (47%) Sodium 443mg (18%) Potassium 834mg (18%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 45mg (5%) Iron 6mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 344

% Daily Value*

Calories 344kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 49g 98%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 141mg 47%
Sodium 443mg 18%
Potassium 834mg 18%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 45mg 5%
Iron 6mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.