Köfte with Spicy Sauce

Köfte with Spicy Sauce is a deliciously seasoned Turkish burger made from ground meat, grilled to perfection and topped with a zesty sauce. This Paleo-friendly dish is both satisfying and bursting with flavor, perfect for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

• Ground beef (or lamb) - 300 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (for grilling)
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Red pepper flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 100 milliliters

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, minced garlic, chopped onion, parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
2. Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties, about 2.5 cm thick.
3. Heat olive oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the köfte patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and browned.
4. While the köfte are cooking, prepare the spicy sauce by combining tomato paste, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, and water in a small saucepan. Cook over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.
5. Serve the köfte hot, drizzled with the spicy sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 95 mg
• Total Fat: 32 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which helps in muscle building and repair.
• Rich in healthy fats that support heart health.

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