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Cumin and Paprika Egyptian Kofta Kebab with Mint and Cumin

Adds smokiness and warmth with paprika, enhancing the cumin's earthy notes.

32 minutes4 servings
Cumin and Paprika Egyptian Kofta Kebab with Mint and Cumin
Photo: Emna Mizouni · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Mix smoked paprika into the meatball mixture before shaping.
  2. In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, mint, cumin, grated onion, eggs, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Shape mixture into 12-16 meatballs. Heat olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Cook meatballs for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Check internal temperature to ensure 71°C (160°F).
  5. Serve warm with pita or rice.

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