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Turkish Kofte with Tzatziki Sauce
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1 small onion, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb or beef, 1 small grated onion, 2 minced cloves of garlic, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, and 1 egg. Mix well until combined.
- Shape the meat mixture into small oval-shaped patties, about 2 inches long and 1 inch wide.
- Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the kofte for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, combine 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 grated and drained cucumber, 1 minced clove of garlic, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint, 1 tbsp lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to make the tzatziki sauce.
- Serve the cooked kofte with the tzatziki sauce on the side. Enjoy!
Turkish Kofte, a traditional dish of seasoned ground meat shaped into balls or patties, has a rich history dating back to the Ottoman Empire. This flavorful dish is a staple in Turkish cuisine, often enjoyed with a side of tzatziki sauce, a creamy yogurt-based condiment with hints of garlic and cucumber. Renowned chefs in Istanbul, such as Mehmet Gurs, have elevated the art of crafting the perfect kofte, using a blend of spices like cumin, paprika, and mint. While the best version of this dish can be found in local Turkish eateries, home cooks can achieve authentic flavors by focusing on the quality of the meat and mastering the seasoning blend.
50 min
4 servings
380 calories
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