Twisted Beef Koftas (Middle-Eastern Meatballs)

Name: Twisted Beef Koftas (Middle-Eastern Meatballs)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 15-20 meatballs, 2-4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1 medium potato, peeled, grated; 1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped; 1 -4 garlic clove, finely chopped; 1/2 bell pepper, finely chopped (optional); 1 egg; 3 teaspoons teriyaki sauce or 3 teaspoons soy sauce; ground black pepper, to taste; cayenne pepper, to taste; garlic salt or seasoning salt, to taste

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Recipe by YourCakeIWillTake

Traditionally made with lamb and mint, this is my own altered version of the scrumptious Indian dish. These meatballs are pretty spicy, so season to your known preferences. I like to use lots of pepper and cayenne and minimal salt. The prep time can be cut by preparing the ingredients in a food processor. All measurements are approximate, feel free to use what you have on hand! There are many ways to serve them. My favorite method is in a fresh, warm pita with a cucumber-yogurt sauce or with terriyaki and a handful of onions. My boyfriend likes to eat his with spicy mustard. Or for a flavor crossover use them as meatballs for spaghetti! Try a cool, light salad as a side, and don't forget dessert!

READY IN: 35mins

SERVES: 2-4

YIELD: 15-20 meatballs

UNITS: US

INGREDIENTS

Nutrition

1

lb lean ground beef
1

medium onion, finely chopped
1

medium potato, peeled, grated
¹⁄₂

cup cilantro, finely chopped
1 -4

garlic clove, finely chopped
¹⁄₂

bell pepper, finely chopped (optional)
1

egg
3

teaspoons teriyaki sauce or 3 teaspoons soy sauce
ground black pepper, to taste
cayenne pepper, to taste
garlic salt or seasoning salt, to taste

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 350.
Mix all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl until well-blended (using your hands works best).
Form golf-ball sized meatballs from the mixture and place, without touching, on an ungreased baking sheet.
Bake until slightly browned and cooked through (approximately 20-25 minutes).
Serve 'em up hot! (See Recipe Description for Suggestions).

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