Ground Beef Kofta with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs (680g) ground beef 80/20
• 1 small onion, grated
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 1.5 teaspoons coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon allspice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
• For garlic sauce: 4 tbsp mayonnaise, 2 cloves garlic grated, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp water, salt

Instructions

1. 1Make garlic sauce: whisk mayonnaise, grated garlic, lemon juice, water, and salt until smooth. Refrigerate.
2. 2Combine beef, grated onion, garlic, parsley, and all spices. Mix gently with hands until just combined.
3. 3Shape into 12 oval patties about 3 inches long and 1 inch thick.
4. 4Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook kofta in batches, 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through.
5. 5Serve with garlic sauce, warm pita, and fresh salad.

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