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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
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground lamb, ground beef, onion, garlic, parsley, salt, cumin, sumac, Aleppo pepper, and cinnamon. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
2
Shape the mixture into your preferred kabab form. This recipe yields approximately 16 pieces.
3
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the kababs on a baking tray and bake for about 15 minutes. Drain and reserve the juice from the meat.
4
In a large mixing bowl, toss cauliflower, potatoes, onion, and tomatoes with olive oil, salt, sumac, cumin, and black pepper.
5
Spread the vegetables evenly on a baking tray.
Bake at 425°F for about 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6
In a saucepan over low heat, warm the tahini.
Add lemon juice, yogurt, garlic, salt, black pepper, and sumac to the tahini. Whisk together.
Gradually add the water (or combination of kofta juice and water), whisking continuously until all ingredients are well incorporated.
7
Assembly:
In a large baking dish, layer the roasted vegetables.
Place the baked kofta kababs on top of the vegetables.
8
Pour the warm tahini sauce over the kababs and vegetables.
Return to the oven and bake at 425°F for an additional 10 minutes.
9
Serve and enjoy with your choice of sides.
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.