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Beef Mince Kofta Skewers with Tahini Sauce

Beef Mince Kofta Skewers with Tahini Sauce

Eleanor Craig
Inspired by the rich culinary traditions of the Middle East, these Beef Mince Kofta Skewers are a modern twist on a classic dish. Infused with aromatic spices and herbs, they combine perfectly with a creamy tahini sauce to offer a taste that is both comforting and exotic. This dish marries the heartiness of beef with the zest of traditional flavors, making it a delightful addition to any dining experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 4 people
Calories 424 kcal

Equipment

4 wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes

Ingredients
 
 

Kofta Skewers

  • Raw meat mince500 grams ground beef (minced beef) - preferably with a bit of fat
  • Ripe yellow onion on a white background1 large onion - finely chopped
  • garlic2 cloves garlic - minced
  • parsley on white background¼ cup parsley - fresh, chopped
  • ground cumin½ teaspoon cumin
  • Heap of dried coriander seed and ground coriander on white background½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • Heap of ground cinnamon and cassia cinnamon sticks½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • wooden bowl of salt1 teaspoon salt
  • Ground black pepper pile, paths, top½ teaspoon ground black pepper - freshly ground

Tahini Sauce

  • Concept of tasty food with tahini sauce isolated on white background½ cup tahini - stirred well
  • Fresh lemon juice, Juice of squeezed lemons with pulp in wooden bowl¼ cup lemon juice - freshly squeezed
  • Store of fresh water2 tablespoons water - as needed
  • garlic1 clove garlic - minced
  • wooden bowl of salt¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the beef mince, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, fresh parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Mix everything together well using your hands until all spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat. Shape the meat mixture firmly around the soaked wooden skewers to form elongated oval shapes.
  • Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat (about 180°C/350°F). Grill the kofta skewers for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until they develop a rich brown crust and are cooked through.
  • For the tahini sauce, in a small bowl, mix the tahini with lemon juice and minced garlic. Gradually add water to reach the desired consistency while stirring continuously. Season with salt to taste.
  • Taste the sauce and adjust the lemon, garlic, and seasoning to your preference.

Notes

For improved tenderness, allow the meat mixture to rest for 30 minutes in the refrigerator before shaping it onto the skewers. If pressed for time, feel free to replace fresh parsley with dried, though it will slightly alter the flavor's brightness.

Nutrition

Calories: 424kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 31gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 825mgPotassium: 651mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 343IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 84mgIron: 5mg
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