Kofta kebab is a popular dish in Egypt and other Middle Eastern countries. It consists of seasoned lamb meat and fat that are shaped into balls or cylinders and grilled on skewers over charcoal.
Kofta kebab is usually served with bread, tahini sauce and salad. It is a simple but delicious dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner.
In this recipe, you will learn how to make authentic Egyptian kofta kebab with a simple spice mixture and fresh vegetables. You will also learn how to calculate the calories for each serving. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
1- 500 g of lamb meat, cut into cubes
2- 100 g of lamb fat, cut into small pieces
3- 1 onion, grated and squeezed from its juice
4- 1 teaspoon of salt
5- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
6- 1 teaspoon of mixed spices
7- 1 teaspoon of paprika
8- 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley
9- 1 red bell pepper
10- 1 green bell pepper
11- Wooden or metal skewers
Directions:
1- In a large bowl, pour the onion juice and add the salt, black pepper, mixed spices, paprika and parsley. Mix well and then add the meat cubes and the fat pieces. Toss to coat them with the spice mixture and then refrigerate for at least 5 hours.
2- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 3 hours to prevent burning. Cut the bell peppers into medium-sized cubes.
3- Thread a piece of onion, a piece of meat, a piece of green pepper, a piece of red pepper and another piece of meat onto a skewer. Repeat with the remaining meat and peppers until all the skewers are ready.
4- Prepare a charcoal grill and wait until the coals are hot and glowing. Place the skewers over the coals and cook until done on both sides, turning occasionally. It takes about 15 minutes to cook the kebabs.
5- Serve the kebabs with tahini sauce and green salad.
Nutritional Values :
Here are the approximate nutritional values for the ingredients listed:
500 g lamb meat, cut into cubes
- Calories: 1225
- Protein: 103 g
- Fat: 88 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
benefits:Rich in protein and essential nutrients like iron and zinc, lamb meat can support muscle growth and repair, boost immune function, and aid in wound healing.
100 g lamb fat, cut into small pieces
- Calories: 876
- Protein: 6.3 g
- Fat: 93 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
1 onion, grated and squeezed from its juice
- Calories: 44
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
benefits:Onions are rich in antioxidants and compounds that may help reduce inflammation, improve heart health, and support healthy digestion.
1 teaspoon salt
- Calories: 0
- Protein: 0 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Calories: 3
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.7 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
1 teaspoon mixed spices
- Calories: 6
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 1.4 g
- Fiber: 0.9 g
1 teaspoon paprika
- Calories: 6
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 1.4 g
- Fiber: 0.9 g
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- Calories: 1
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.2 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
benefits:A good source of vitamins A, C, and K, parsley is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and may help support bone health and improve digestion.
1 red bell pepper
- Calories: 37
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
benefits:High in vitamin C and other antioxidants, bell peppers can help boost immune function, support eye health, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
1 green bell pepper
- Calories: 30
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
benefits:High in vitamin C and other antioxidants, bell peppers can help boost immune function, support eye health, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Nutritional values are approximate and can vary based on factors such as cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.
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