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Kafta Kebabs

Savory Kafta Kebabs: Juicy Grilled Lebanese Delight

Delicious Kafta Kebabs, a staple in Lebanese cuisine, offer a perfect blend of spices and fresh parsley, ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 kebabs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Lebanese
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Kebabs
  • 1 lb lean ground beef Choose lean for a healthier dish.
  • 1 medium yellow onion Process finely for even flavor.
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley Clean and pat dry before chopping.
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp seven spice blend Substitute with allspice if necessary.
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper Adjust for heat preference.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by finely chopping the yellow onion and fresh parsley using a food processor. Pulse until they achieve a fine consistency; set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef with the onion-parsley mixture, salt, black pepper, seven spice blend, and cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Mold the beef mixture around soaked wooden skewers into kebabs about an inch thick.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grill grates with oil and place the skewers on the grill. Cook each side for about 4 minutes.
  5. Remove the kebabs from the skewers and serve immediately with pita or dips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kebabCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Enjoy immediately off the grill for the best taste and texture.

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