Turkish Meatballs (Köfte)

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4 servings
Ready in 35 min
Prep in 15 min
Deliciously spiced meatballs that are juicy and flavorful, perfect for grilling or baking.
Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 lb ground lamb
  • 1 small onion, finely grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, egg, cumin, paprika, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Mix everything together until well combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
  3. Shape the mixture into small, oval-shaped meatballs, about 1-2 inches in size.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
  5. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked through.
  6. Remove from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Source
Source:
AI Generated
Date:
Dec 8, 2025
Created By:
@steve