Best 2 Kifta Recipes

Kifta, a Middle Eastern dish, is a delectable combination of minced meat, aromatic herbs, and flavorful spices, skillfully blended together to create a tantalizing culinary experience. Whether you prefer the traditional grilled kofta kebabs, the juicy kofta meatballs simmering in a rich sauce, or the tender kofta patties nestled in fluffy pita bread, this versatile dish promises an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the diverse world of kifta recipes, guiding you through the art of crafting this exquisite dish that has captivated taste buds for generations.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

KIFTA AND POTATOES WITH TAHINI SAUCE

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One of my Middle Eastern husband's favorite meals. Serve with pita bread to dip in the tahini sauce.

Provided by leggett

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Lamb Ground

Time 1h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 pound ground lamb
½ large onion, minced
½ cup minced fresh parsley
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
¾ teaspoon ground allspice
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed
5 potatoes, peeled and sliced into rounds
salt to taste
2 cloves garlic, crushed and peeled
2 lemons, juiced
1 ½ cups water
½ cup tahini
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Combine lamb, onion, parsley, salt, allspice, and pepper in a large bowl. Roll meat into 2 1/2-inch long pieces and arrange in a baking pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
While meat is cooking, heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add potatoes; fry until lightly golden, about 5 minutes. Set aside on paper towels to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with salt.
Remove lamb from the oven; drain and discard any fat from meat. Leave oven on.
Combine garlic, lemon juice, water, tahini, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth. Set tahini sauce aside.
Arrange potatoes on top of lamb in the baking dish and pour tahini sauce on top. Drizzle with olive oil. Return the baking pan to the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven until lamb is no longer pink and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 150 degrees F (65 degrees C), about 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 719.8 calories, Carbohydrate 62.2 g, Cholesterol 75.9 mg, Fat 42.1 g, Fiber 12.1 g, Protein 31.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 1470.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

KIFTA

Kifta image

Kind of like the Arab version of meatloaf... This is one of the most common Arabic recipes, that no Arab home is unfamiliar with! Goes great with garden salad. Enjoy!!

Provided by Aida

Categories World Cuisine Recipes African

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 ½ cups vegetable oil for frying
1 large potato, thinly sliced
2 pounds ground beef
½ onion, minced
3 cloves garlic
½ bunch fresh parsley, chopped
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons ground allspice
1 ½ teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 ½ teaspoons cumin
1 large tomato, thinly sliced
½ onion, sliced
2 cups long grain white rice
4 cups water

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, place potato slices in a thin layer, and fry just until golden. Remove with a slotted spoon, and set aside on paper towels.
In a medium bowl, mix together the ground beef, minced onion, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, allspice, nutmeg, and cumin. Press flat into a 7x11 inch baking dish. Arrange potato slices over the meat in an even layer. Place tomato slices over the potato. Top with slices of onion. Cover with aluminum foil.
Bake for 45 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove the aluminum foil from the top, and continue to bake for another 15 minutes, or until browned.
While the kifta is cooking, combine the rice and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender. When kifta is done, cut into squares and serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1625.6 calories, Carbohydrate 98 g, Cholesterol 136.3 mg, Fat 116.8 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 45.5 g, SaturatedFat 24.1 g, Sodium 985 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
If you don't have ground lamb, you can use ground beef or a mixture of ground lamb and beef.
Be sure to season the meat well with salt, pepper, and other spices.
Don't overwork the meat mixture, or the kofta will be tough.
Form the kofta into small, uniform balls or patties.
Cook the kofta over medium heat so that they don't burn.
Serve the kofta hot with your favorite sides and sauces.

Conclusion:

Kofta is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It is a popular street food in the Middle East and is also served in many restaurants. Kofta can be made with a variety of different meats and spices, and can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a party, kofta is a great option.