Moroccan Kefta Kabobs
Juicy Moroccan Kefta Kabobs that come together in 30 minutes! It's the perfect recipe for when you're short on time but want a dinner that is far from short on flavor. The kabobs are packed with tons of fresh herbs and a Moroccan spice blend that takes this kefta to another world. Enjoy it with some rice, a salad, or even turn it into a wrap!
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef or ground lamb
- 1/4 cup parsley finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro finely chopped
- 1/4 cup yellow onion grated
- 1 teaspoon dried mint
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 to 2 tablespoons harissa
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- ghee for basting
- vegetable oil for grill to prevent sticking
EQUIPMENT
- skewers
Instructions
- To a bowl, add the ground meat with parsley, cilantro, onion, dried mint, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, harissa, turmeric, and ginger powder. Mix together until combined really well.
- Using your hands, shape the meat onto skewers. If using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them in water for about 25 minutes before so they don't burn. The thicker the kefta, the juicier it will be but if you like thinner kefta, you can make the kabobs skinnier.
- Preheat a grill over medium high heat. Make sure to grease the grill well with vegetable oil to prevent the kefta from sticking.
- Once the grill is hot, add the skewers. Grill on one side for about 3 to 4 minutes or until it has some nice marks and browning and then flip over and repeat. Cook until it's evenly browned but still juicy and cooked on the inside. Optional: brush with ghee as they cook on the grill for a more rich flavor.
- Take off the grill and enjoy warm with rice, salad, or in a wrap!
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