Ingredients
- 2 Lbs. ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion grated, drained in a strainer
- 5 cloves garlic smashed
- 4 T finely chopped parsley
- 1 tsp ground sumac
- 2 T ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 T paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 T Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Soak the skewers in warm water, reserve.
- If preparing by hand, grate the onion and press out the excess liquid. Smash the garlic, then mince
- finely, along with the parsley. In a bowl large enough to mix, include the ground beef, onion, garlic and
- parsley mixture, all the spices, salt and pepper, and XVOO.
- If using a food processor, rough chop the onion, then process to fine pieces. Scrape down the bowl and
- process again as needed. Transfer to a strainer or several layers of paper towels to remove excess liquid.
- Return to the processor, and add garlic, parsley, spices, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Process until well
- integrated.
- With clean hands, gently mix the beef with the seasonings. It may start out crumbly, but it should come
- together like a loose ball of dough. Do not overmix, or the kefta will be tough. Divide into golf ball sized
- portions, approximately 2 ounces each. Lightly roll into a football shape, then flatten to approximately
- 1/2”. Pierce with the skewer, place in a container, cover and hold in the refrigerator for at least two
- hours, which allows the flavors to develop, like marinating.
- Grill on one side until well marked, about 2 minutes, flip and cook for another 2 minutes for medium
- (135 F internal temp) or desired doneness.
- * Makes a great appetizer in a smaller size.
Notes
Jet Tila's Mediterranean Kefta Kabobs are a flavorful and aromatic dish, perfect for grilling. Made with ground beef mixed with grated onion, garlic, parsley, and a blend of spices like cumin, coriander, sumac, and cinnamon, these kabobs are shaped into football-like portions and skewered. After resting in the fridge to let the flavors meld, they're grilled to perfection, creating a deliciously seasoned, juicy bite. Whether served as an appetizer or main course, these kabobs are sure to impress with their bold Mediterranean flavors. Yields 18 two-ounce pieces.
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