Izgara Köfte (Grilled Meatballs)
These flavorful Turkish grilled meatballs are a staple, made with ground beef and lamb, seasoned with classic spices and fresh herbs. They are perfect for a main course, served alongside rice, salad, or flatbread. The simple preparation allows the rich meat flavors to shine.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 35 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 417 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs and gluten. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 300 gground beef, lean
- 200 gground lamb, lean
- 1 pcsonion, grated
- 2 clovegarlic, minced
- 0.25 cupfresh parsley, finely chopped
- 0.5 cupbread crumb
- 1 pcsegg, large
- 1 tspcumin, ground
- 1 tsppaprika, sweet
- 0.5 tspred pepper flake
- 1 tspsalt
- 0.5 tspblack pepper, ground
- 1 tbspolive oil
Equipment
grill brush · grill · spatula · large mixing bowl
The method
Step by step
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, bread crumbs, and egg.
About 3 min
- 2
Add the ground cumin, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture.
About 1 min
- 3
Using your hands, thoroughly mix all the ingredients until well combined and uniform. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the meatballs tough.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Mixing by hand ensures all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- 4
Divide the mixture into 16-20 equal portions and shape each into an oval or flattened patty, about 1 cm thick.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Moistening your hands with a little water can prevent the meat from sticking.
- 5
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Ensure the grill is hot enough to get a good sear.
- 6
Place the shaped köfte on the hot grill.
About 1 min
- 7
Grill for 4-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely browned, with internal temperature reaching 71°C (160°F).
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Adjust grilling time based on the thickness of your köfte and desired doneness.
- 8
Remove the grilled köfte from the grill and serve immediately.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 417.3kcal
- Protein
- 24.8g
- Carbs
- 11g
- Fat
- 31g
- Fibre
- 1.5g
- Sugar
- 2.2g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover grilled köfte in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in a microwave or pan until warmed through.
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