Middle Eastern Kofta Kebab Recipe
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
8
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Calories
401 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Lebanese
Middle Eastern Kofta Kebab Recipe
Description
The Middle Eastern Kofta Kebab Recipe combines ground sirloin and lamb with finely diced onion, garlic, parsley, and mint. It includes a balanced blend of spices such as sumac, allspice, cinnamon, cardamom, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, creating a layered, savory profile.
The mixture is chilled before forming it into tight cylinders around skewers, ensuring the meat maintains its shape during grilling. Cooking is done on a hot grill or griddle until the kebabs develop a deep brown crust and are cooked inside. This method preserves juiciness and adds smoky flavor from the grill.
Kofta kebabs serve well straight from the grill and pair nicely with flatbreads, salads, or dips. The recipe includes guidance for make-ahead preparation and storing cooked kebabs safely for several days, as well as reheating tips using grill, oven, or microwave to retain texture and flavor.
Chilling the formed meat on skewers helps maintain firmness when grilling, and optional za'atar can be added for different herbaceous notes. This recipe suits cooks wanting authentic spiced meat kebabs with detailed spice blends and practical storage advice.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ pounds ground sirloin
- ½ pound lamb ground
- 1 yellow onion peeled small diced
- 5 garlic finely minced
- 1/3 cup parsley finely minced
- 2 tablespoons mint finely minced
- 1 tablespoon sumac
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon salt sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper ground
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients into a large bowl and thoroughly mix everything together until completely combined.
- Place in the refrigerator covered for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Remove the meat mixture and take out a large chunk and form it into a tight cylinder.
- Skewer the meat cylinder and then press and pull it to fit a majority of the skewer. Repeat until all of the meat has been used.
- Preheat your grill to 450° to 550° F or a griddle to medium-high heat.
- Place the kofta kebabs right onto your grill or griddle and cook for 3-4 minutes or until very browned and cooked throughout.
- Remove and serve.
Notes
- Kofta kebabs are best eaten immediately but can be kept warm at 165°F for up to one hour.
- Store cooked kebabs covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months, thawing overnight before reheating.
- Reheat kebabs on a hot grill for a few minutes per side, in a 350°F oven for 6-8 minutes, or in the microwave until heated through.
- If the meat mixture is too loose to form on skewers, chill it in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to firm up before shaping.
- For adding za'atar, substitute 1 teaspoon per pound of meat for the existing herbs except salt and pepper.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 401 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 401kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 117mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 987mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 549mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 396IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 51mg | 5% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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