How to Make Easy and Delicious Restaurant Style Kafta (Kofta) Bowls
These restaurant-style Lebanese Kafta bowls will become a “go-to” favorite recipe the first time you make them! The traditional burger patties are stuffed with middle eastern spices and served on a bed of delicious Lebanese rice pilaf. Add in humus, greek yogurt tzatziki, and a simple salad mixture and you’ll be eating delicious middle eastern cuisine in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Kofta
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/3 cup yellow onion diced
- 2 teaspoons of dried parsley
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Greek Yogurt Tzatziki Sauce
- 1/2 cup of Greek Yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Salad
- 1 cup of grape tomatoes cut in half
- 1/2 English cucumber diced
- 1/2 of a red onion diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Additional Items for Kofta Bowl
- Hummus
- Rice Pilaf I like to use the Near East Brand
- Pita Bread optional
- Chopped fresh parsley leaves to garnish optional
Instructions
To Make the Kafta
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the beef, garlic, onion, and spices until well mixed.
- Divide the kafta mixture into 8 portions and shape each into an oblong shape.
- Cook for about 10 minutes in a grill pan over medium-high heat, or until the internal temperature of the meat reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
To Make the Tzatziki Sauce
- Mix together the yogurt, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper until well blended in a small bowl.
To Assemble the Salad
- Place the tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a medium-sized bowl. Pour the olive oil over the vegetable mixture and toss until combined.
To Assemble the Bowls
- Divide the rice, salad, and kofta between four bowls. Top with a dollop of hummus and Tzatziki Sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and a piece of pita bread, if desired.
Servings: 4 Servings