Easy Kafta Kebabs (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Kafta Kebab Basics
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600 grams lean ground beef
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1 medium yellow onion, cut into chunks
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1 teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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⅛ teaspoon cayenne, adjust to your liking
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1 cup fresh parsley, rinsed and dried
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¼ teaspoon seven spice blend (or a mix of spices)
# Instructions:
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Pop the onion chunks and parsley into your food processor. Pulse until everything's really fine.
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Drop the ground meat into a big bowl. Toss in the processed parsley and onion along with your spices. Use your hands to mash them all together until mixed well.
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Grab some of the mixture and press it around a skewer with your hands. Aim for kebabs about 1–1.5 inches thick.
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Turn your gas grill to medium-high and oil the grates. Using charcoal? Get it going the way you like.
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Lay your skewers on the grill. Let one side cook for around 4 minutes before turning them over. Cook the other side for 4 minutes or until done.
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Serve those kebabs right away while they're warm.
# Notes:
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Planning to use wooden skewers? Soak them in water for half an hour before grilling to keep them from burning.
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Can't find seven spice? Swap with some allspice as a quick alternative.
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Don’t feel like skewers? Form the kafta into burger patties or small ovals.
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Prefer baking? Heat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and bake them for about 15–20 minutes till they're done.
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Any leftovers? Fridge them for 3–4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and reheat before eating.