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Grilled kofta kebabs served with roasted green peppers and sumac onions on a wooden platter

Juicy Kofta Kebabs with Grilled Peppers and Red Onion Salad

Juicy Kofta Kebabs with Grilled Peppers and Red Onion Salad is a flavorful Middle Eastern dish made with spiced ground meat, smoky peppers, and a tangy onion mix. It's easy to prepare at home and perfect for a family dinner. Serve it with flatbread or rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time (optional) 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Kofta Kebabs:
  • 500 g ground beef or lamb or a mix
  • 1 small onion grated and squeezed
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil optional, for moisture
For the Grilled Peppers:
  • 8 small green chili peppers or shishito peppers
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Pinch of salt
For the Red Onion Salad:
  • 1 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1 tsp sumac
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. Make the Kofta Mix: Combine all kebab ingredients in a bowl. Mix well by hand. Chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Shape the Kebabs: Divide the mix into 8 equal portions. Shape into logs or wrap around skewers.
  3. Grill the Kebabs
  4. Preheat grill or grill pan. Cook kebabs for 4–5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
  5. Grill the Peppers: Toss peppers with olive oil and salt. Grill until charred and soft (about 3–4 minutes).
  6. Prepare the Onion Salad: Mix red onion, parsley, sumac, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl. Let sit for 5–10 minutes.
  7. Serve: Plate the kofta kebabs with grilled peppers and red onion salad. Serve with flatbread or rice if desired.