Beef Kofta with Lemon Yoghurt & Couscous
Preparation time is 15minutes
Cook time is 10minutes
Total time is 25minutes
Serve is for 4 people
Difficulty level: 2 out of 4
12 Ingredients
Number of servings
4
- 500grams Woolworths beef mince
- 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 free range egg
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 1/2 cups wholemeal couscous
- 2 lemons
- 1/2 cup Greek-style natural yoghurt
- 2 Lebanese cucumbers, finely chopped
- 1/2 bunch continental parsley, leaves picked and coarsely chopped
- 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
- 2tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Nutrition per serving
3180kJ / 758Cal
3180 Kilojoules or 758 Calories
36% of daily energy intake*
Protein
36.8grams
Fat
39.0grams
Carbs
61.8grams
Sugars
8.4grams
Quantities above are a guide only. *Percentage daily energy intake is based on an average adult diet of 8700 kJ.
Description
Send tastebuds into a tailspin with this affordable, flavour-packed beef kofta dish. Ready in four simple steps, it's a perfect recipe to add to your weekly rotation.
Method
Step 1 of 4
Combine mince, breadcrumbs, 2 tsp paprika, egg and garlic in a large bowl. Using slightly damp hands, shape mixture into 8 oval-shaped
logs. Thread onto skewers.
Step 2 of 4
Preheat a chargrill over medium heat. Brush mince with 1 tbs oil. Grill, turning occasionally, for
8-10 minutes or until cooked through and browned. Transfer to a plate.
Step 3 of 4
Meanwhile, place couscous and remaining oil in a large heatproof bowl. Pour over 11/2 cups boiling water. Cover and stand for 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork to separate grains. Season.
Step 4 of 4
Zest lemons. Juice 1 lemon. Cut remaining lemon into halves.Place yoghurt in a bowl. Add zest and juice. Stir to combine. Season. Spoon couscous onto plates. Top with cucumber, parsley, onion and koftas. Sprinkle with remaining paprika. Serve with lemon yoghurt and lemon halves.
Categories
- Nicky
- Low salt
- Lemon
- Low sugar
- Spring onion
- Budget
- Beef
- Sep 2023
- High protein
- High fibre
- Mince
- Cucumber
- Kofta
- Entrees
- Middle Eastern
- Fresh Ideas
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