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Turkish Köfte

Whether you're entertaining or relaxing, this recipe hits the spot.

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Additional Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 35 mins
Servings: 15 Köfte
Course: Appetizer , Brunch
Cuisine: Turkish

Ingredients

  • 300 g medium fat ground beef
  • 200 g medium fat ground lamb
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 cup stale bread crusts removed and crumbled
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1 clove of garlic minced
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp cayenne
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Put the ground meat in a large mixing bowl. Grate the onion into a strainer, then press it using a silicone spatula, straining the juices over the minced meat. Then grate the garlic onto the bowl. Add the crumbled bread, salt, and spices, then knead them well together.
  2. Cover the bowl and let rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  3. Take small pieces of the mince mixture and roll them in both palms. When you get a small ball without any cracks, pressing it with the balls of your hands into a disc shape. Repeat the process until all the mince mixture is used up.
  4. Cook the meatballs in a cast iron grill pan on medium-high heat, turning them once you have grill marks on one side, and cooking on the other side until grill marks appear. It may take 8-10 minutes for both sides to cook.
  5. Serve with grilled tomatoes and peppers.

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