Middle Eastern Kofta Kebabs (Printable Version)

Tender spiced beef or lamb skewers grilled with aromatic herbs and spices for a flavorful Middle Eastern dish.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Meat and Aromatics

01 - 450 g ground beef or lamb, or a combination
02 - 1 small onion, grated
03 - 3 garlic cloves, minced

→ Herbs and Spices

04 - 15 g fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 15 g fresh cilantro, chopped
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon ground coriander
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/2 teaspoon allspice
10 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
11 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
02 - Combine ground meat, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped herbs, and all spices in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly until evenly incorporated.
03 - Divide the mixture into 6 to 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a long, oval form around a skewer.
04 - Preheat a grill, grill pan, or broiler to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the cooking surface to prevent sticking.
05 - Grill the kebabs for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are evenly browned and cooked through.
06 - Serve hot with rice, flatbread, or accompaniments such as tahini or yogurt sauce.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Soaking wooden skewers reduces the risk of them burning during grilling.

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