Description
Middle Eastern Beef Kofta Kebabs with Tzatziki are a delightful culinary experience that brings bold flavors and juicy goodness to your table. These succulent kebabs, infused with aromatic spices and fresh herbs, are perfect for grilling during summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. Paired with a cool, creamy tzatziki sauce, they promise an unforgettable meal that will impress your guests and create lasting memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Pita bread or skewers for serving
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp dill
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
- Shape the mixture into long oval kebabs on skewers or freeform.
- Chill the formed kebabs in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill over medium-high heat and brush skewers lightly with oil.
- Grill kebabs for about 8-10 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (internal temperature of 160°F).
- For the tzatziki sauce: mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeezed dry), minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl; chill until serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 kebabs (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg