Description
Kafta Kebabs are tender, spiced meat skewers grilled to perfection. They feature a flavorful blend of ground beef or lamb with fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro, and aromatic spices such as cumin, allspice, and coriander. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with a smoky aroma and juicy interior, making them ideal for BBQs and Middle Eastern-inspired meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or lamb)
- 1 medium onion, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil (for grilling)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef (or lamb), grated onion, minced garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, allspice, cinnamon, coriander, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well using your hands or a spoon until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Shape the meat mixture into long kebabs, approximately 4 to 6 inches in length and about 1 inch in thickness. You can form them by hand or mold them onto skewers.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly brush the kebabs with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the kebabs for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and fully cooked through.
- Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.
- Ensure the meat is evenly distributed on the skewers for consistent cooking.
- Do not overcook the kebabs to maintain their juiciness.
- These kebabs can also be baked in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kebab
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A