Köfte
Turkish

Köfte

Juicy and aromatic meatballs infused with cumin and sumac, offering a savory depth and freshness from parsley.

Easy45 min

Where it comes from

Köfte has its roots in the Anatolian plateau, where the abundance of lamb and wheat shaped the culinary landscape since the Ottoman era.

On the Palate

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What goes into it

Vegetables

Grains & Staples

How it's made

  1. 1

    Soak bread in water, then squeeze out excess moisture.

  2. 2

    Mix ground beef, chopped onion, soaked bread, egg, cumin, and sumac in a bowl.

  3. 3

    Add parsley and grated garlic, knead until combined.

  4. 4

    Shape into small balls or patties.

  5. 5

    Grill or pan-fry until browned and cooked through.

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