Beef Koftas With Pitas And Yogurt Recipe

Name: Beef Koftas With Pitas And Yogurt
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup lightly packed fresh parsley leaves; 3 green onions, coarsely chopped; 2 teaspoons dried mint; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon mild paprika; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 egg; 1 lb lean ground beef; 4 whole wheat pita bread; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1 cup lightly packed fresh parsley leaves
3 green onions, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons dried mint
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon mild paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg
1 lb lean ground beef
4 whole wheat pita bread
1/2 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

1
In food processor, puree together parsley leaves, green onions, half of the mint, the cumin, paprika, salt and pepper.
2
Transfer to large bowl; beat in egg.
3
Add beef and 2 tbsp water; mix well.
4
Shape by heaping 2 tbsp into small sausages.
5
Thread each lengthwise onto metal or soaked wooden skewer.
6
Place skewers on greased grill over medium heat or under broiler; close lid and grill, turning once, until no longer pink inside and digital rapid-read thermometer inserted into several koftas reads 160F, about 12 minutes on grill, 7 minutes under broiler.
7
Meanwhile, grill or broil pita breads, turning once, until crisp, about 4 minutes; cut into quarters.
8
Combine yogurt with remaining mint and minced parsley.
9
Serve koftas with pita quarters and yogurt.

400

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup lightly packed fresh parsley leaves, 3 green onions, coarsely chopped, 2 teaspoons dried mint, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Beef Koftas With Pitas And Yogurt 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.

Beef Koftas With Pitas And Yogurt

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