Köfte İskender

Köfte İskender is a delightful twist on a traditional Turkish dish, featuring tender seafood köfte served over a bed of warm pita bread, smothered in rich tomato sauce and creamy yogurt. This unique fusion brings together the flavors of the sea and the essence of Turkish cuisine in a comforting meal.

Ingredients

• Ground fish (like cod or haddock) - 250 grams
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Pita bread - 2 pieces
• Tomato sauce - 200 grams
• Yogurt - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground fish, parsley, garlic, red onion, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
2. Form the mixture into small patties, about 5 cm in diameter, and set aside.
3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the seafood köfte and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
4. While the köfte is cooking, warm the pita bread in a separate pan or in the oven until soft.
5. In a saucepan, heat the tomato sauce over low heat until warmed through. Add lemon juice and stir to combine.
6. To serve, place the warm pita bread on plates, top with the cooked köfte, and generously spoon the tomato sauce over the top.
7. Add a dollop of yogurt on the side for creaminess. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the seafood, which supports muscle health and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from the fish, promoting heart health and reducing inflammation.

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