Ingredients
For the Kofta
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1 pound lean ground beef
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1 small onion, minced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tablespoons paprika
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½ teaspoon coriander
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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1½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
For the Lemon Yogurt Sauce
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1 cup Greek yogurt
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¼ cup chopped fresh mint
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Juice of 1 small lemon
For Serving
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4 Middle Eastern flatbreads
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1 small Persian cucumber, thinly sliced
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1 tomato, sliced
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, onion, garlic, paprika, coriander, cumin, and 1 teaspoon of the kosher salt. Mix until well combined.
2. Shape the KoftaDivide the mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a sausage-like log.
3. Cook the KoftaHeat 1 tablespoon oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the kofta and cook for about 6 minutes total, turning every 2 minutes to brown evenly on all sides and cook through.
4. Prepare the Lemon Yogurt SauceWhile the kofta are cooking, stir together the Greek yogurt, chopped mint, lemon juice, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt in a small bowl.
5. Assemble and ServeWarm the flatbreads if desired. Place kofta inside each flatbread and top with lemon yogurt sauce, cucumber slices, and tomato. Serve immediately.
Notes
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You can substitute ground lamb or turkey for the beef if desired.
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If you don’t have flatbread, serve over rice or in lettuce wraps.
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Kofta can also be shaped into patties or skewered before cooking.
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Make the yogurt sauce ahead of time for even deeper flavor.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
