Beef Kofta Balls

These Beef Kofta Balls are a flavorful blend of spiced ground beef, perfect for serving as a hearty appetizer. Juicy and aromatic, they are sure to impress your guests with their authentic taste and easy preparation.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 300 grams
• Onion (finely grated) - 1 small (about 70 grams)
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Egg - 1 large
• Bread crumbs - 1/4 cup
• Olive oil - for frying

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, egg, and bread crumbs.
2. Mix the ingredients thoroughly with your hands until well combined.
3. Shape the mixture into small balls, about 2.5 cm in diameter.
4. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
5. Add the kofta balls to the pan, making sure not to overcrowd it. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned and cooked through.
6. Remove the kofta balls from the pan and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
7. Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce or in pita bread with fresh vegetables.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in iron, which is essential for oxygen transport in the blood.

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