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Lebanese Lamb Kafta

Cultural Context

Originating from the Levant region, Lebanese Lamb Kafta is a beloved dish that reflects the vibrant flavors and culinary traditions of Middle Eastern cuisine. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations, kafta showcases the use of fresh herbs and spices, making it a flavorful and aromatic dish. Today, it has gained popularity worldwide, with various adaptations that cater to different palates.

LebaneseLBmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
500g Lamb mince
1 onion
1 cup flat leaf parsley
1/2 red capsicum
1 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baharat
1/2 teaspoon pepper

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef is often less expensive.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers higher protein and creaminess.

1

In a food processor add onion, parsley & capsicum. Process until you have a fine mixture.

2

Place this mix in sieve over a bowl & use a spatula to remove most of its liquid.

3

In a bowl, add the mince, the onion mixture, salt, pepper & baharat and combine very well.

4

Take a portion of the kafta mix and mould it around a skewer using your hands to shape it. Leave a few centimetres at bottom of skewer & don’t wrap kafta too thick.

5

Cook skewers on a hot grill or barbecue for about 3 minutes on each side until browned all over.

Cooking Techniques

mixingshapinggrilling

Equipment Needed

food processorsievebowlspatulaskewersgrill

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

KaftaKofta

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