Description
Savor the explosion of flavors in this Beef Kofta Sandwich, where perfectly spiced meatballs meet soft pita bread and a refreshing mint yogurt sauce. This dish captures the essence of summer barbecues, making it an ideal choice for casual weeknight dinners or lively gatherings. With easy preparation and endless customization options, this sandwich is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp cumin powder
- 2 tsp coriander powder
- 4 pita breads
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, parsley, onion, garlic, cumin, and coriander until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into elongated patties or meatballs.
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat and cook koftas for about 10-12 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Whisk together yogurt, mint leaves, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl until creamy.
- Warm pita breads slightly; fill each with koftas and drizzle with mint yogurt sauce.
- Serve immediately with fresh veggies or chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 koftas with sauce (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg