15-Min Grilled Beef Kofta Kebabs
Spiced ground beef molded onto skewers and seared until charred outside, juicy inside — a weeknight take on the Middle Eastern grilled classic. Served hot with lemon and fresh herbs.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
- ¾ lb ground beef
- ¼ cup yellow onion, finely minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1.5 tsp warm spice blend (cumin, coriander, paprika, black pepper)
- 1 whole lemon
- ¾ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Mix ground beef, minced onion, parsley, spice blend, and salt in a bowl until just combined.
- 2
Divide meat into 4 equal portions. Mold each firmly onto a metal skewer, forming a 6-inch-long log.
- 3
Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 4
Sear kebabs 3–4 minutes per side without moving. Surface should char; meat stays juicy inside.
- 5
Transfer to a plate. Squeeze lemon over the top and rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- metal skewers (4, at least 10 inches long)
- 12-inch cast iron skillet
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