Spiced Beef Kofta with Pita & Hummus
Juicy ground beef kebabs seasoned with cumin and cinnamon, grilled or pan-seared until caramelized. Serve with warm pita, hummus, and a quick tomato salad for a weeknight feast.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 620
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix ground beef, minced onion, mint, parsley, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until just combined.
Step 2
Form mixture into 8 oval patties or press onto 4 skewers, packing firmly so they hold together.
Step 3
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 1 minute.
Step 4
Cook kofta 3–4 minutes per side without moving until deeply browned and cooked through.
Step 5
Warm pita in the skillet 30 seconds per side or over a flame until soft and pliable.
Step 6
Serve kofta with warm pita, hummus, and a side of fresh tomato salad or cucumber.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet or grill pan
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- mixing bowl
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