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Kofta Kabob / Kebob

Ingredients

  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt plus a pinch
  • 1 pound ground beef chuck or lamb or mix
  • 3 tablespoons grated onion
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 tablespoon zataar seasoning
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Olive oil or high heat pam spray

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, put the ground meat, flattened in the bowl, add all the ingredients.
  • Knead all the ingredients until it is well mixed.
  • Let the kofta rest for 20 to 30 minutes in a cool place to meld.
  • Wet your hand with water.
  • Take a portion of the kofta mix and make a big cigar, flattening the edges.
  • At this point, I like to set in the fridge again to set for about 30 minutes.
  • Grill for 3 minutes a side on medium high heat.