Beef Kofta Wrap

Beef Kofta Wrap is a flavorful Lebanese dish that features spiced ground beef shaped into succulent patties, served in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and a tangy tahini sauce. This high-protein delight makes for a satisfying meal that's both nutritious and delicious.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 400 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Pita bread - 2 pieces
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Cucumber - 1 small, sliced
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Shape the mixture into oval patties, about 2 cm thick.
3. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
4. Cook the kofta patties for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.
5. While the kofta is cooking, prepare the tahini sauce by mixing tahini and lemon juice in a small bowl. Add water as needed to reach a drizzleable consistency.
6. Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes on each side.
7. Assemble the wraps by placing 2 kofta patties in each pita, and topping with sliced tomato, cucumber, and a drizzle of tahini sauce.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Beef Kofta Wrap.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in iron and B vitamins from the beef, promoting energy metabolism.

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