Beef Kofta With Couscous Recipe

Name: Beef Kofta With Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves; 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic; 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest; 2 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt; 1 medium (1 cup) onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh garlic; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper; 1 pound lean ground beef; 2 tablespoons chopped mint leaves; 2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 8 (6-inch) wooden skewers; 1 1/2 cups couscous; 2 tablespoons Land O LakesButter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 cups boiling water; 1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley; 1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves

Servings: persons

1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt
1 medium (1 cup) onion, chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 pound lean ground beef
2 tablespoons chopped mint leaves
2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
8 (6-inch) wooden skewers
1 1/2 cups couscous
2 tablespoons Land O LakesButter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups boiling water
1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley
1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves

1
Combine all sauce ingredients in bowl; mix well.
2
Cover; refrigerate.
3
Melt 2 tablespoons Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt in skillet over medium heat until sizzling.
4
Add onion and garlic; cook 4-5 minutes or until softened.
5
Add cumin, allspice and red pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, 1 minute.
6
Cool 5 minutes.
7
Heat oven to 400F.
8
Line 15x10x1-inch baking pan with aluminum foil; set aside.
9
Combine cooled onion mixture and all remaining beef ingredients in bowl.
10
Divide into 8 portions; roll each into 4-inch log.
11
Insert wooden skewer into each log.
12
Place onto prepared baking pan.
13
Bake 15-17 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165F and meat is no longer pink.
14
Combine couscous, 2 tablespoons Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt and salt in bowl.
15
Pour boiling water over couscous mixture; cover with plastic food wrap.
16
Let stand 5 minutes or until water is absorbed.
17
Fluff with fork; stir in chopped parsley and mint leaves.
18
Serve couscous with kebabs and sauce.

1564

kcal

Calories

161

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves, 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic, 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Beef Kofta With Couscous falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beef Kofta With Couscous

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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