Beef Kofta

​Beef kofta is a delicious, flavorful dish that’s commonly made with minced beef (or lamb) and a blend of spices, then shaped into meatballs or patties and grilled or cooked in a sauce. It's popular in many Middle Eastern and North African cuisines, including Moroccan cuisine.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb (450g) of our 80% lean grass-fed & finished ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped or grated
• 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground paprika or smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp ground allspice (optional)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1-2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)

All ingredients are organic or at least GMOs free. 

Instructions:

1. Prepare the kofta mixture:
   • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, and all the spices (cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, allspice, salt, and pepper).
   • Use your hands or a spoon to mix everything together thoroughly until well combined. This ensures the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
2. Shape the kofta:
   • With your hands, take small portions of the beef mixture and shape them into oval or cylindrical patties (about 1 to 1.5 inches thick). You can make them larger or smaller depending on your preference.
   • For a more traditional shape, you can form the mixture around skewers, creating long kebab-style koftas. If you don’t have skewers, just shape the meat into small logs or meatballs.
3. Cook the kofta:
   • Grilling: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grill with a little olive oil to prevent sticking. Grill the kofta for about 4-6 minutes on each side (depending on size), turning them until they're browned and cooked through.
   • Stovetop: Heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the koftas in batches, turning them every few minutes to brown on all sides. They should take about 8-10 minutes to cook through, depending on their size.
   • Baking: You can also bake the koftas in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking.
4. Serve:
   • Once cooked, remove the kofta from the heat. You can serve them as-is with a side of rice, couscous, or flatbread, or serve them with a fresh salad or yogurt sauce (like tzatziki or a tahini sauce).

Tips:

• To make sure the koftas stay juicy and tender, don’t overwork the meat when mixing, and ensure the meat mixture is well-seasoned.
• If grilling or using skewers, be careful when turning the kofta to prevent it from breaking apart.
• You can also serve the kofta with a rich tomato-based sauce or a tangy yogurt sauce for extra flavor.