Beef Kofta Kebabs Yogurt Sauce (Printable Version)
Tender, spiced beef kofta paired with a cooling yogurt sauce and fresh herbs.
# What You Need:
→ Kofta Kebabs
01 - 1.1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend preferred)
02 - 1 small onion, grated
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 3 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
06 - 1 tsp ground cumin
07 - 1 tsp ground coriander
08 - 1 tsp ground paprika
09 - ½ tsp ground cinnamon
10 - ½ tsp ground allspice
11 - ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
12 - 1 tsp salt
13 - ½ tsp black pepper
14 - 1 tbsp olive oil (plus additional for brushing)
→ Yogurt Sauce
15 - ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
16 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
17 - 2 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
18 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
19 - 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
20 - ¼ tsp salt
21 - Pinch of black pepper
→ For Serving
22 - Sliced red onion
23 - Fresh parsley or cilantro
24 - Lemon wedges
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, mix ground beef, grated onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, allspice, chili flakes if using, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Stir gently until evenly blended without overworking the meat.
02 - Divide mixture into eight equal portions. With wet hands, mold each portion into a long, oval log around a skewer, flattening slightly for even cooking.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly brush kebabs with olive oil.
04 - Cook kebabs for 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, garlic, mint, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
06 - Plate hot kofta kebabs with yogurt sauce, sliced red onion, fresh herbs, and lemon wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The juicy, spiced beef combined with fresh herbs makes every bite feel like a warm hug.
- The tangy yogurt sauce adds a refreshing twist that keeps everyone asking for seconds.
02 -
- Don&t overmix the meat or your kebabs will be dense; gentle folding keeps them tender.
- Marinating the kofta in the fridge up to 2 hours deepens flavors in a way that really surprises your taste buds.
03 -
- Pat your hands wet to shape the kebabs; it keeps the meat from sticking and helps form smooth logs.
- Brushing kebabs with olive oil before and during grilling creates a beautiful crust and locks in moisture.