Description
These flavorful Kafta Kebabs are a Middle Eastern delight that combines ground beef or lamb with a blend of aromatic spices. Grilled to perfection, these kebabs are juicy and packed with savory goodness. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef or lamb (or a mix)
- 1 small onion (grated or finely minced)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Spices:
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- â…› teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the meat, onion, parsley, garlic, and spices. Mix well.
- Shape Kebabs: Divide the mixture into 8 portions and shape each around skewers.
- Grill: Preheat grill and cook kebabs for 3-4 minutes per side until done.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- For juicier kebabs, use meat with slightly higher fat content.
- Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes as an alternative cooking method.
- Kafta is freezer-friendly and great for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 kebabs
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
