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Egyptian Kofta Kebabs dish

Egyptian Kofta Kebabs

These Egyptian kofta kebabs are juicy, flavorful, and packed with fresh herbs and warm spices. Made with ground beef and simple ingredients, they’re baked to perfection with a smoky, charred exterior and tender interior. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this authentic recipe delivers bold Middle Eastern flavor in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Egyptian, Middle Eastern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Video

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb ground beef - 80/20 for best flavor
  • 2 medium onions - finely grated or blended into a pulp
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley - finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 package Kofta seasoning - recommend SPYSI or Maggi brand
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley - chopped ( optional for serving)

Method
 

Prepare the Mixture
  1. Squeeze or press with a spoon the onion pulp through a fine-mesh strainer over a small bowl to extract the onion juice.
  2. Set aside the onion juice for later use.
  3. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, dry onion pulp, parsley, salt, pepper, and kofta seasoning.
  4. Mix well until fully combined.
  5. Cover and let it marinate in the fridge for 2 hours ( preferably overnight).
Shape the Kofta
  1. Add baking powder to the mixture and knead for 2 minutes.
  2. Form into oval sausage-shaped pieces.
  3. Insert a rounded handle of a wooden spoon into the center of the meat log.
  4. Squeeze the meat gently around the handle, stretching it into a long, thin cylinder (roughly 3 inches long).
  5. Carefully slide the kofta off the handle. (This will create a hollow center to help the kebab cook through quickly).
  6. Place them in a non-stick baking pan ( 1/2 inch apart from each other) and brush them with onion juice.
Cook
  1. 1) Grill over medium-high heat for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally
    2) OR pan-fry in a skillet with 2 tbsp olive oil until browned and cooked through
    3) OR bake in the oven at 400 F (200 C) for 30-40 minutes, flip them over after 25 minutes.
  2. Let them rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.
  3. Serve hot on a bed of fresh parsley.

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