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Kofta Meatballs

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These Kofta Meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and packed with Middle Eastern spices. Made with ground beef or lamb, herbs, garlic, and warm spices like cumin and coriander, they’re perfect served with rice, pita, or over a salad. Great for weeknight dinners or appetizers at your next gathering!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef or lamb (or a mix)

  • 1 small onion, grated or finely chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 1 tsp ground cumin

  • 1 tsp ground coriander

  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon

  • ½ tsp paprika

  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, and all the spices. Mix well until fully combined, but don’t overwork the meat.

  2. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1½ inches in diameter.

  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  4. Add the meatballs in batches and cook for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.

  5. Serve warm with your choice of sauce, pita bread, rice, or a fresh salad.

Notes

  • You can bake the meatballs at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes if you prefer a lighter option.

  • These meatballs go great with tzatziki, hummus, or tahini sauce.

 

  • To make them ahead, freeze the raw meatballs and cook directly from frozen—just add a few extra minutes.

Find it online: https://ukfinda.com/kofta-meatballs/