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ground turkey kofta

Recipe by
Heidi Hoerman
Hingham, MA

Kofta is a Middle Eastern ground meat burger, often made with lamb. In this case, turkey takes the place of lamb.

yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For ground turkey kofta

  • 1/2 lb
    ground turkey
  • 1/3 c
    panko bread crumbs
  • SEASONING PASTE
  • 1/4 c
    fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp
    celery, minced
  • 1/4 tsp
    allspice, ground
  • 1/4 tsp
    cinnamon, ground
  • 1/4 tsp
    cumin, ground
  • 1/4 tsp
    coriander, ground
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt

How To Make ground turkey kofta

  • 1
    SEASONING PASTE: Combine cilantro, garlic, celery, seasonings and salt. Mince very fine, pound together in a mortar, or process in a small food processor.
  • 2
    In a medium bowl, gently but thoroughly mix turkey, panko, and seasoning paste. Shape into four small, oval patties about 1 inch thick.
  • 3
    Preheat a grill pan on the bottom shelf of a 425F oven. Cook patties 6 minutes on one side, flip and cook and additional 6 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 175F.
  • 4
    Serving suggestion: Serve with tzatziki (yogurt-cucumber salad) and a bulgur-vegetable pilaf.
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