Spicy Beef Koftas With Chickpea Puree

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 15
Spicy Beef Koftas With Chickpea Puree that are perfect for a hearty dinner
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Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/4 lbs finely ground beef
1 onion , grated
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons coriander
2 teaspoons paprika
3/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon salt
1 bunch chopped flat leaf parsley
1 bunch chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/4 cups dried garbanzo beans ( soaked overnight , drained , cooked )
1/4 cup olive oil
1 lemon , juice of
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1 teaspoon cumin seed
2 tablespoons light tahini paste
4 tablespoons Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons butter , melted
salt
pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
513
Sugar
2.6g
Fat
34.3g
Spicy Beef Koftas With Chickpea Puree are a delicious variation on traditional kebabs. The spicy beef is mixed with herbs and spices and cooked on a skewer over a grill or in the oven. The chickpea puree is a healthy alternative to traditional mashed potatoes or rice, making this meal low in carbs and high in fiber.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, grated onion, cumin, coriander, paprika, cayenne, salt, chopped parsley, and chopped cilantro until well combined.
2.Divide the mixture into 8 equal parts and shape each part into a long sausage shape.
3.Thread each sausage shape onto a skewer and brush with olive oil.
4.Grill the kebabs over medium-high heat for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through.
5.While the kebabs are cooking, in a food processor, puree the cooked garbanzo beans, lemon juice, garlic, cumin seed, tahini, Greek yogurt, melted butter, salt, and pepper until smooth.
6.Serve the kebabs with the chickpea puree.

PROS

Spicy Beef Koftas are a delicious, protein-packed dinner option.

The chickpea puree is a healthy alternative to traditional mashed potatoes or rice, making this meal low in carbs and high in fiber.

CONS

While these spicy kebabs are full of flavor, they can be a bit messy to eat.

Be prepared to use your hands and have plenty of napkins on hand!

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This meal is high in protein from the ground beef and garbanzo beans.
The chickpea puree is a low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes or rice and is high in fiber, making it great for digestion and weight loss.

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