How to make Izmir Kofte Turkish Recipe | Dina's Kitchen

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner and healthier, while ground pork can be more affordable.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats are a healthier alternative, while crushed crackers can be less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato puree

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Homemade puree is healthier, while canned tomatoes can be more economical.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Finely chop the onion and garlic.

Mix ground beef, chopped onion, garlic, bread crumbs, egg, parsley, cumin, black pepper, and salt in a bowl until well combined.

Shape the mixture into oval meatballs.

Peel and slice the potatoes into rounds.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Arrange the fried meatballs in a baking dish.

Layer potato slices and bell peppers over the meatballs.

Pour tomato sauce over the top and drizzle with lemon juice.

Sprinkle paprika over the dish before baking.

Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the potatoes are tender and the top is golden.

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