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Kafta (Lebanese spiced meat skewers)
A Lebanese grilled meat patty: minced meat seasoned with parsley, onion and baharat, shaped onto skewers and grilled over charcoal. A regular on mezze platters and at barbecues.
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Ingredients
Method
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- Knead the minced meat thoroughly with the onion, parsley, spices, salt and pepper, then work for 2-3 minutes until sticky.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes, so it's easier to shape.
- With wet hands, divide into 8 equal portions, and shape onto flat skewers into logs 12-15 cm long (without skewers, shape into elongated patties).
- Grill on a hot barbecue or grill pan for 8-10 minutes, turning a few times, until browned outside and just cooked through inside.
- Warm the pita on the grill.
- Serve with hummus or tahini sauce, tomato, red onion and salad.
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Tips
- Squeeze out the onion juice, or the mixture will slide off the skewer.
- If made with beef, mix in 10-15% fat (e.g. minced brisket) to keep it juicy.
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