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beef kofta kebabs
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Beef Kofta Kebabs Recipe

5 from 4 votes
Beef kofta kebabs are a fresh and delicious grilled meat recipe that are perfect for parties and backyard bbqs! Middle Eastern-spiced beef grilled to juicy perfection with an herby yogurt sauce that you'll want to put on everything!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Makes: 6 servings

Ingredients

Beef Kofta Kebabs

  • 2 lbs 85/15 ground beef
  • 1/2 yellow onion , grated on a box grater
  • 4 garlic cloves , minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley , minced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh mint leaves , minced
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ras el hanout
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 2 teaspoons sumac
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt

Herby Yogurt Sauce

  • 1 cup plain greek yogurt or skyr
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 garlic cloves , roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup roughly chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup roughly chopped mint leaves
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • kosher salt
  • freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  • Make the yogurt sauce. Combine all the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor and blend until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Store in the fridge until ready to use.
  • Combine the beef mixture. Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix by hand just until all the ingredients are combined. If you have time, cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Assemble the kebabs. Take 1/3 cup of the meat mixture and form into a small log. Press the skewer into the log and seal the meat around it. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
  • Grill the kebabs. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium high. If you're using an outdoor grill, make sure to clean and oil the grates really well before cooking. Grill the kebabs 4-5 minutes per side until just cooked through.
  • Garnish and serve. Transfer the skewers to a serving platter and serve with the herby yogurt sauce, fresh veggies, and lemon wedges.

How to Bake Beef Kebabs

  • To bake the kebabs: Bake at 350ºF for 15 minutes and then broil them for 2-3 minutes on high until you have a bit of char on the outside. Using the broiler gives them a bit of that grilled flavor.

Storage Instructions

  • To store: Let the kebabs cool and store them in an airtight container for 4-6 days in the fridge. You can very easily freeze them in a freezer-safe ziplock bag. Try to press most of the air out of the bag while sealing, this helps prevent freezer burn. Label and freeze for up to 3 months. I don’t recommend freezing the yogurt sauce.

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