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Spiced beef kebabs (kofte) with pita, tzatziki sauce, and a tomato cucumber salad.
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Grilled Spiced Beef Kebabs (Kofta) Recipe

Smoky grilled kofta loaded with herbs and spices—easy to make, perfect for pita wraps with tzatziki, and bursting with bold, beefy flavor.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Skewer Soaking (if using)1 hour
Course: Main, Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keyword: beef, grilling
Servings: 6
Calories: 490kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb Ground beef
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup Milk
  • 1/3 cup Fresh parsley
  • 1/3 cup Fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup Onion grated

Spices

  • 1 1/2 Kosher salt
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1/2 Allspice
  • 1/2 Coriander
  • 1/2 Black pepper
  • 1/2 Garlic powder
  • 1/8 Cayenne pepper a dash

Other

Instructions

  • Soak wooden skewers in water for at least one hour. Prep herbs and grate the onion.
  • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, herbs, grated onion, and all spices. Mix until well combined.
  • Shape the mixture into six oval-shaped logs and refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up. Insert skewers through the center of each log.
  • Grill over direct low heat for about 5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  • Serve in pita with tzatziki sauce and your favorite toppings or salad.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave. Great in wraps or in rice bowls.

Nutrition

Calories: 490kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 546mg | Potassium: 449mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 371IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 109mg | Iron: 4mg