Beef Kofta With Mint Yogurt Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine ground beef, minced onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 2.Mix the ingredients well until they are evenly combined.
• STEP 3.Shape the mixture into small cylindrical kofta shapes and thread them onto skewers.
• STEP 4.Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill the kofta for about 10-12 minutes, turning them occasionally, until they are cooked through.
• STEP 5.In a separate bowl, mix together yogurt, minced mint leaves, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the mint yogurt sauce.
• STEP 6.Serve the beef kofta hot with the mint yogurt sauce on the side.

Cooking Tips

• If you don't have a grill, you can also cook the kofta in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 15-20 minutes.
• Soak the wooden skewers in water for about 30 minutes before threading the kofta onto them to prevent them from burning on the grill.
• For extra flavor, you can add some finely chopped chili peppers or chili flakes to the kofta mixture.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover beef kofta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat the kofta, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes, or until heated through.
• Serve the beef kofta with mint yogurt as a main dish with rice or flatbread, or as an appetizer with pita bread and a side salad.