Oven-Baked Kofta Kebabs

Experience the rich and aromatic flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine with these Oven-Baked Kofta Kebabs. Made with spiced ground beef and fresh vegetables, these kebabs are juicy and savory, perfect for a family dinner or a festive gathering. Serve them with rice, pita, or a fresh salad to complete your meal.

Ingredients

🥩 2 pounds of ground beef (88% lean / 12% fat)
🧅 1 medium onion
🧄 2 cloves of garlic
🌶️ 1 jalapeño
🫑 1 red bell pepper
🌿 A handful of parsley (about 1/2 a bunch)
🌶️ 2 tablespoons pepper paste
🧂 1 tablespoon salt
⚫ 1 teaspoon black pepper
🌿 1 teaspoon cumin
🌿 1 teaspoon coriander
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
🌕 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
🍅 Cherry tomatoes

Instructions

1- Preheat the Oven:

• Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2- Prepare the Vegetables:

• In a food processor, mince the onion, garlic, jalapeño, bell pepper, and parsley until finely chopped.

3- Mix the Ingredients:

• In a large bowl, combine the minced vegetable mixture with the ground beef.
• Add the pepper paste, salt, black pepper, cumin, coriander, paprika, and turmeric.
• Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.

4- Shape the Kebabs:

• Take about 2 to 3 tablespoons of the meat mixture and shape them into small football-shaped kebabs.
• Ensure they are not too thin or small to prevent them from drying out during baking.

5- Bake the Kebabs:

• Place the shaped kebabs on a tray lined with parchment paper.
• Scatter cherry tomatoes around them.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
• For a charred appearance, broil the kebabs for the last minute of
  cooking.

6- Serve:

• Remove from the oven and serve hot with rice, in a pita wrap, or accompanied by a fresh salad.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: Approximately 300 kcal per serving
Proteins: 20 g per serving
Fats: 22 g per serving
Carbohydrates: 5 g per serving
Equipment: Oven, food processor, large bowl, baking tray, parchment paper

Cooking Tips

• Do not overwork the meat mixture, as it might result in tough kebabs.
• Ensure the kebabs are adequately sized to maintain juiciness.

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Oven-Baked Kofta Kebabs