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beef kofta in a pita with cucumber salad and tzatziki
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Beef Kofta Meatballs

This kofta is flavorful, spicy, and so simple to make! Make this in the air fryer or bake in the oven for a simple kofta recipe!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: middle eastern
Keyword: beef kofta, easy kofta, how to make kofta, kofta recipe, middle eastern kofta
Servings: 12 servings
Author: Food Dolls

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 85% lean ground beef
  • 1/2 medium grated white onion
  • 1 chopped jalapeño seeded for less spice
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup plain dried bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup fresh chopped mint
  • 1 Tablespoon garam masala powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add ground beef, grated onion, jalapeño, egg, bread crumbs, cilantro, mint, garam masala powder, salt and pepper and to a large bowl.
    1 pound 85% lean ground beef, 1/2 medium grated white onion, 1 chopped jalapeño, 1 egg, 1/4 cup plain dried bread crumbs, 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup fresh chopped mint, 1 Tablespoon garam masala powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Mix ingredients together until everything is incorporated. 
  • Using a small ice cream scoop, shape into meatballs or use about 2 tablespoons of beef mixture.
  • Spray air fryer and place meatballs inside in a single layer. 
  • Set air fryer to 375 degrees F for 8-10 minutes. 
  • Baking: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until cooked through.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 242mg | Potassium: 141mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 118IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg