Kofta Meatball Recipe
beef & pork, spiced tomato sauce, feta, crispy coriander, pita
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Ingredients
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Kofta Meatballs
Spiced Tomato Sauce
Serving
Method
Kofta Meatballs
- 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
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
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
- 4
- 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.
- 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
- 7
Serve with Pita
Serve the kofta meatballs hot, topped with crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh coriander. Accompany with warmed pita bread.