Kofta Meshweya
Charred spiced kofta with lemon, herbs, and a smoky onion finish.
Ingredients
- 400 g Ground Beef
- 1 pcs Onion
- 12 g Parsley
- 2 pcs Garlic
- 2 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp Ground Coriander
- 1 tsp Baharat
- 0.5 tsp Black Pepper
- 1.25 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 pcs Lemon
Method
- In a bowl, combine {ground_beef}, {onion}, {parsley}, {garlic}, {ground_cumin}, {ground_coriander}, {baharat}, {black_pepper}, and {kosher_salt}. Mix firmly until tacky and cohesive so the {ground_beef} binds well, then shape into long kofta around skewers or into oval logs.
- Refrigerate the shaped {ground_beef} briefly so the mixture firms and holds its shape on the grill.
- Heat a grill pan or heavy skillet over medium-high heat and brush with {olive_oil}. Grill the {ground_beef} without crowding, turning every few minutes, until deeply browned with light charring, the centers are just cooked through, and an instant-read thermometer reads 160°F.
- Transfer the {ground_beef} to a plate, rest briefly so the juices settle, then squeeze over {lemon} for brightness before serving.