Kofta

Kofta

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Sarah Al-Dosari

12 Feb 2026

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Cook

20 mins

Serves

4 People

Calories

350 calories

Savor the rich flavors of Middle Eastern cuisine with these tender kofta, made from spiced ground beef and aromatic garlic. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering with friends and family.

Ingredients

  • 500 grams ground beef
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method

  1. 1

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until combined.

  2. 2

    Shape the mixture into small oval or round patties, about the size of a golf ball.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the kofta patties to the skillet.

  4. 4

    Cook the kofta for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are well browned and fully cooked through.

  5. 5

    Once cooked, remove the kofta from the skillet and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

  6. 6

    Serve hot with rice or flatbread, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition per serving

350kcal
Calories

Fat

25g

Carbs

10g

Protein

25g

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Rate this recipe

4.6 · 39 ratings

Comments

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Lucas Roy16/02/2026

The kofta was a hit at dinner, flavorful and so easy to make!

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Budi Susanto13/02/2026

The family loved the kofta! Everyone enjoyed the flavorful blend of beef and spices.

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