Köfte Şiş Burger
Köfte Şiş Burger is a delightful fusion of traditional Turkish meatballs and a classic burger, served with fresh toppings and a zesty sauce. This dairy-free dish brings bold flavors together for a satisfying meal.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Turkish
550 kcal
Ingredients
- Ground beef - 300 grams
- Onion - 1 small, finely grated
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (for grilling)
- Burger buns - 2, dairy-free
- Tomato - 1, sliced
- Cucumber - 1/2, sliced
- Red onion - 1/4, thinly sliced
- Lettuce leaves - 2
- Chili sauce - 2 tablespoons (optional)
Steps
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Divide the meat mixture into 2 equal portions and shape each into a patty that fits the burger bun.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and brush it lightly with olive oil.
- Cook the patties on the grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
- While the patties are cooking, prepare the burger buns by toasting them lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
- Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by the grilled köfte patty, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions.
- Add chili sauce if desired, then place the top half of the bun on each burger and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Protein: 32 g
- Carbs: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
- Total Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Water: 0.3 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
- Contains iron from beef, which is essential for blood health.
Tags
TurkishDairy-FreeBurger