Köfte with Sumac

Köfte with Sumac is a delightful Turkish burger that combines tender ground meat with aromatic spices, served with a tangy sumac seasoning for a unique twist. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner, offering a blend of flavors that will transport you straight to the streets of Turkey.

Ingredients

• Ground beef (or lamb) - 250 grams
• Onion (finely grated) - 1 medium
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Sumac - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (for cooking)
• Pita bread or burger buns - 2 pieces
• Tomato (sliced) - 1 medium
• Cucumber (sliced) - 1 small
• Lettuce leaves - 2 leaves
• Yogurt (for serving) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, sumac, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
2. Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties, about 2 cm thick.
3. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the köfte patties to the skillet.
4. Cook the patties for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked through to your desired doneness.
5. While the köfte is cooking, prepare the pita bread or burger buns by lightly toasting them if desired.
6. Assemble the köfte by placing each patty on a piece of pita or bun, and topping with sliced tomato, cucumber, and lettuce leaves.
7. Serve with a dollop of yogurt on the side for dipping, and sprinkle additional sumac on top if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains antioxidants from sumac, which may help reduce inflammation.

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