Description
This Kafta Kebabs recipe features flavorful, spiced ground beef mixed with fresh parsley and onion, shaped onto skewers, and grilled to perfection. A classic Middle Eastern dish that is juicy, aromatic, and perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 medium yellow onion, quartered
- 1 cup fresh parsley, washed and patted dry
- 600 grams lean ground beef
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon seven spice pre-mixed spice blend
- â…› teaspoon cayenne pepper, more to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Onion and Parsley: In the bowl of your food processor, add the quartered onion and fresh parsley. Pulse the ingredients until they are finely chopped to ensure even mixing and enhanced flavor.
- Mix the Ingredients: Transfer the finely chopped onion and parsley to a large mixing bowl. Add the ground beef and all the spices: salt, black pepper, seven spice blend, and cayenne. Using your hands, mix everything thoroughly to combine all flavors evenly.
- Form the Kebabs: Take portions of the meat mixture and mold them around skewers, creating kebabs that are about one to one and a half inches thick surrounding the skewer for even cooking.
- Grill the Kebabs: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for approximately 4 minutes on each side, or until the meat is fully cooked and has a nice char.
- Serve Immediately: Remove the kebabs from the grill and serve hot for best taste. They pair wonderfully with flatbreads, salads, or dips like tzatziki or hummus.
Notes
- Soaking wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling helps prevent them from burning.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper quantity according to your preferred spice level.
- Ensure the meat is mixed just enough to combine ingredients without overworking to maintain tenderness.
- These kebabs can also be cooked under a broiler or on a stovetop grill pan if an outdoor grill is unavailable.
