Aromatic Middle Eastern Kofte (Kebabs). Juicy, tender and perfect for your summer BBQ!

ground lamb

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

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

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers more protein, while sour cream is often less costly.

pita bread

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pita

💰Cheaper: flatbread

Whole wheat pita adds fiber, while flatbread can be cheaper.

Soak the skewers in water to prevent burning on the grill.

Finely grind the mint (beef and lamb) using a food processor or ask the butcher to grind it again.

Add crushed garlic and finely grated onion to the ground meat.

Mix in all the spices, including salt and pepper, fresh parsley, and Worcestershire sauce.

Add powdered gelatin and massage it into the mixture immediately to prevent lumps.

Shape the mixture around the skewers, making them firm but not too thick.

Place the shaped kebabs in a container lined with parchment paper, separating each row with paper.

For enhanced flavor, mix and shape the kebabs the day before grilling.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it's well heated before placing the kebabs on.

Carefully place the kebabs on the grill, leaving space between each one.

Grill for about 5 to 8 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, avoiding pressing down on them.

Let the kebabs rest for a minute or two before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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