Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPetterinosKofta Meatball Recipe

Kofta Meatball Recipe

Inspired by Petterinos
Time40m
Serves4

beef & pork, spiced tomato sauce, feta, crispy coriander, pita

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Ingredients

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Kofta Meatballs

Serving

Method

Kofta Meatballs

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meat Mixture

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Form the Meatballs

    Using your hands, mix the ingredients until well combined. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a golf ball.

  3. 3

    Cook the Meatballs

    In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning them occasionally until they are browned and cooked through.

Spiced Tomato Sauce

  1. 4

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a separate saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

  2. 5

    Add the Tomatoes and Spices

    Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, ground cumin, ground coriander, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 6

    Combine with Meatballs

    Once the meatballs are cooked, add them to the sauce and simmer together for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve with Pita

    Serve the kofta meatballs hot, topped with crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh coriander. Accompany with warmed pita bread.

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