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THE BEST 👌 Turkish Kofta aka Meatball with Potato in the Oven / Easy&Delicious Recipe 😋

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Koftah

Cultural Context

Koftah, or köfte, has roots in the Middle East and Mediterranean, where it has been enjoyed for centuries as a staple of communal dining. Traditionally made with ground meat and spices, it reflects the culinary heritage of Turkish cuisine, where it is often served with rice or flatbreads. Today, variations abound across the globe, adapting to local tastes and ingredients, making it a beloved dish in many cultures.

TurkishTRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground meat
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons spices (cumin, paprika, black pepper)
1 cup bread crumbs
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon dry thyme
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup hot water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ground meat

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground chicken is often more affordable.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber and are a healthier binder, while crushed crackers are a budget-friendly option.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier, while canola oil is often less expensive.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs can be a low-cost alternative, though fresh herbs enhance flavor.

1

Chop parsley.

2

Add ground meat to a bowl.

3

Add chopped onion, spices, and bread crumbs to the ground meat.

4

Add chopped parsley and knead the mixture well.

5

Shape the mixture into flat balls.

6

Add tomato paste and ketchup to the mixture.

7

Add dry thyme and oil to the mixture.

8

Add hot water to the mixture.

9

Cover with parchment paper and cook.

Cooking Techniques

mixingshapinggrillingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlgrill panbaking sheetspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutenegg

Also Known As

KöfteKofta

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