Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 pound

leg of lamb

trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes

0.75 cup

fresh parsley

chopped

0.5 cup

onion

chopped

0.5 cup

fresh mint

chopped

1 tsp

salt

2 tsp

fresh mint

0.5 tsp

chili powder

0.5 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

3 cloves

garlic

2 slice

whole wheat nut bread

1 unit

cooking spray

Step 1
~4 min

Place all ingredients except cooking spray in a food processor.

Step 2
~4 min

Process until smooth.

Step 3
~4 min

Cover the mixture and refrigerate for 2 hours.

Step 4
~4 min

Prepare the grill for cooking.

Step 5
~4 min

Divide the meat mixture into 6 equal portions.

Step 6
~4 min

Roll each portion into a 6-inch rope.

Step 7
~4 min

Insert an 8-inch skewer through the center of each rope.

Step 8
~4 min

Coat the grill rack with cooking spray.

Step 9
~4 min

Place the kebabs on the grill rack.

Step 10
~4 min

Grill for 4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, marinate the lamb mixture for a longer period.

Serve with a side of tzatziki or hummus.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Meat mixture can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with pita bread, hummus, and a side salad.

Serve with rice and roasted vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tzatziki sauce
Hummus
Tabouli salad
Roasted vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Middle East

Cultural Significance

Kofte are a popular street food and family meal throughout the Middle East and surrounding regions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid al-Adha
Ramadan

Occasion Tags

Summer BBQ
Family Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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