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Succulent Kofta Kebabs, seasoned with a blend of traditional Middle Eastern spices, grilled to perfection, and paired with delectable sides. This recipe captures the essence of the Middle East on a plate
Type of Cuisine:
Middle Eastern
Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 2 hours of chilling).
Cook Time: 15 minutes
How Many Servings?
6-8 servings
Ingredients:
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| 1 lb ground lamb | |
| 1 lb ground beef | |
| 1 medium-size onion (cut into big chunks) | |
| 1 bunch parsley (either curly or Italian, works) | |
| 3 cloves garlic | |
| 1 or 2 jalapeno pepper are cut into big pieces (it depend on your taste) | |
| 1 teaspoon cumin | |
| 1 teaspoon coriander | |
| ½ teaspoon black pepper | |
| 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper | |
| 1 teaspoon sumac | |
| 2 teaspoons salt | |
| 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses (optional) |
Preparation
1
In a food processor, coarsely chop the onion, garlic, parsley, and jalapeno until well combined.
2
Either grind your own meat using a meat grinder, as shown in the accompanying photo, or have freshly ground meat ready before beginning the recipe.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb and beef. Mix well.
Add the processed onion mixture to the meat and blend together.
Sprinkle all the spices and salt into the meat mixture.
4
Using your hands, knead the mixture thoroughly, ensuring that the spices are evenly distributed. This should take about 3 minutes.
5
Divide the meat mixture into equal-sized portions and shape them into meatballs. Place them on a tray lined with wax paper.
Chill the meatballs in the refrigerator for about 2 hours to firm up
6
Once chilled, take each meatball and mold it onto a skewer, ensuring it's tightly secured at both ends and approximately 1 inch wide.
Lightly brush both sides of the Kofta skewers with olive oil.
7
Preheat your grill. Once hot, place the Kofta skewers on it. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are nicely browned and cooked through.
8
Serve warm and enjoy!
Recipe Tips & Suggestions
Storing Kofta Kebabs:
Cooling Before Storing: Ensure the Kofta Kebabs are completely cooled to room temperature before storing.
Refrigeration: Place the Kofta Kebabs in an airtight container or wrap them in aluminum foil and store them in the refrigerator. They should be consumed within 3-4 days for the best flavor and texture.
Freezing: For longer storage, Kofta Kebabs can be frozen. Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then, transfer the frozen kebabs into freezer bags or airtight containers. They can be stored frozen for up to 3 months.
Reheating Kofta Kebabs:
From the Refrigerator:
Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the kebabs on a baking sheet and reheat for about 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Microwave: Place the kebabs on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a microwave-safe lid or wrap. Heat on medium power for 2-3 minutes, turning halfway, until heated through.
Grill: Reheat on a grill over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
From the Freezer:
It's best to first thaw the kebabs in the refrigerator overnight.
Then, follow the above reheating instructions.