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Experience the essence of Middle Eastern flavors with this Kofta Kebab dish. Juicy kebabs paired with creamy tahini sauce and fluffy pita bread make for a culinary delight. Dive into tradition with every bite!
Type of Cuisine:
Middle Eastern
Prep Time: 30 minutes.
Cook Time: 50 minutes
How Many Servings?
6-8 servings
Ingredients:
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| 1 lb. Ground lamb | |
| 1 lb. Ground beef | |
| 1 Small onion, finely chopped | |
| 6 cloves minced garlic | |
| ⅓ cup Italian parsley (chopped fine) | |
| 1 tablespoon salt | |
| 1 teaspoon cumin | |
| ½ teaspoon sumac | |
| 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper | |
| ½ teaspoon cinnamon |
For the Vegetables:
| 1 small cauliflower (cut into smaller pieces) | |
| 8 small potatoes (washed and cut into fourths) | |
| 1 large onion (cut into large chunks) | |
| 3 medium size tomatoes (cut into large chunks) | |
| 2 teaspoons salt | |
| 1 teaspoon sumac | |
| 1 teaspoon cumin | |
| ½ teaspoon black pepper |
Tahini Sauce:
| 1 1/2 cup tahini | |
| 4 oz fresh lemon juice (approximately 2 juicy lemons) | |
| 3 tablespoons plain yogurt | |
| 5 garlic cloves, minced | |
| 1/2 teaspoon salt | |
| 1/4 teaspoon black pepper | |
| 1/2 teaspoon sumac | |
| 3 cups of water (or a combination of reserved kofta kabab juice and water to total 3 cups) |
Preparation
1
Make the Kofta Mixture
In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, ground beef, finely chopped onion, garlic, parsley, salt, cumin, sumac, Aleppo pepper, and cinnamon. Mix until everything is evenly combined.
In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, ground beef, finely chopped onion, garlic, parsley, salt, cumin, sumac, Aleppo pepper, and cinnamon. Mix until everything is evenly combined.
2
Shape the Kofta
Form the mixture into your preferred kebab shape—either oval patties or elongated logs. This recipe makes about 16 pieces.
Form the mixture into your preferred kebab shape—either oval patties or elongated logs. This recipe makes about 16 pieces.
3
Bake the Kofta
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Arrange the kofta on a baking tray and bake for about 15 minutes. Once cooked, drain and reserve the meat juices for added flavor later.
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Arrange the kofta on a baking tray and bake for about 15 minutes. Once cooked, drain and reserve the meat juices for added flavor later.
4
Season the Vegetables
In a large bowl, toss cauliflower, potatoes, onion, and tomatoes with olive oil, salt, sumac, cumin, and black pepper until evenly coated.
In a large bowl, toss cauliflower, potatoes, onion, and tomatoes with olive oil, salt, sumac, cumin, and black pepper until evenly coated.
5
Roast the Vegetables
Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on a baking tray. Bake at 425°F for about 30 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned.
Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on a baking tray. Bake at 425°F for about 30 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned.
6
Make the Tahini Sauce
In a saucepan over low heat, gently warm the tahini. Add lemon juice, yogurt, garlic, salt, black pepper, and sumac, whisking to combine. Gradually stir in water—or a mix of reserved kofta juice and water—whisking until smooth and fully blended.
In a saucepan over low heat, gently warm the tahini. Add lemon juice, yogurt, garlic, salt, black pepper, and sumac, whisking to combine. Gradually stir in water—or a mix of reserved kofta juice and water—whisking until smooth and fully blended.
7
Assemble the Dish
In a large baking dish, layer the roasted vegetables evenly. Arrange the baked kofta kebabs on top.
In a large baking dish, layer the roasted vegetables evenly. Arrange the baked kofta kebabs on top.
8
Finish and Bake
Pour the warm tahini sauce evenly over the kofta and vegetables. Return the dish to the oven and bake at 425°F for another 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Pour the warm tahini sauce evenly over the kofta and vegetables. Return the dish to the oven and bake at 425°F for another 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
9
Serve and Enjoy
Remove from the oven and serve warm with your favorite sides—like rice, salad, or fresh pita. Enjoy this comforting, flavorful kofta with tahini sauce!
Remove from the oven and serve warm with your favorite sides—like rice, salad, or fresh pita. Enjoy this comforting, flavorful kofta with tahini sauce!
Recipe Tips & Suggestions
Storage Instructions:
Cooked Kofta Kebabs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
To freeze them for later enjoyment, wrap each kebab individually in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Place them in a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag; they will remain good for up to three months.
Reheating Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
For refrigerated Kofta Kebabs: Remove any plastic wrap and aluminum foil and place them on an oven-safe tray. Bake for about 15 minutes or until heated through.
For frozen Kofta Kebabs: Keep the plastic wrap on and remove the aluminum foil. Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes or until they are heated through.
For the Tahini Sauce: If the tahini has thickened or separated, add a small amount of warm water and whisk it thoroughly to restore its creamy consistency. Drizzle it over your reheated Kofta Kebabs for that perfect finishing touch.