Marina's Kofte Recipe

Name: Marina's Kofte
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground pork; 1 large yellow onion, coarsely grated; 2 medium potatoes, peeled and finely grated; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 3 ounces halloumi cheese (or packaged mozzarella), grated (3/4 cup); cup all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup unseasoned bread crumbs; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; ⅛ cup brandy; 1 small bunch parsley, coarsely chopped (1/2 cup); 2 large eggs; 1 tablespoon salt; 4 to 6 cups vegetable oil for frying

Servings: persons

1 pound ground pork
1 large yellow onion, coarsely grated
2 medium potatoes, peeled and finely grated
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 ounces halloumi cheese (or packaged mozzarella), grated (3/4 cup)
cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unseasoned bread crumbs
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
⅛ cup brandy
1 small bunch parsley, coarsely chopped (1/2 cup)
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon salt
4 to 6 cups vegetable oil for frying

1
Using your hands, gently combine the pork and onion.
2
Add additional ingredients, mixing completely and gently.
3
The idea is to preserve the texture of the meat.
4
When the mixture is fully combined, it will be slightly gooey.
5
Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
6
Pour enough oil into a medium-size heavy pot so it is at least 2 inches deep.
7
Heat to 350 degrees or the point when the oil begins to shimmer, about 7 minutes.
8
While the oil is heating, shape the mixture, a scant tablespoonful at a time, into football-like shapes.
9
Working in batches so as not to overcrowd the pan, slip the kofte into the oil.
10
Fry, turning constantly until golden on all sides, about 4 minutes.
11
Be sure to adjust the flame to keep the oil at a constant temperature and do not let it smoke.
12
Remove the kofte with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towel.

1393

kcal

Calories

136

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound ground pork, 1 large yellow onion, coarsely grated, 2 medium potatoes, peeled and finely grated, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Marina's Kofte 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.

Marina's Kofte

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