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Mouthwatering Tahini Kofta

Mouthwatering Tahini Kofta: A Cozy Middle Eastern Delight

This Mouthwatering Tahini Kofta combines juicy beef kofta with tender potatoes, topped with a creamy lemon-tahini sauce, creating a delightful gluten-free dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kofta
  • 1 pound Ground Beef substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Fresh Herbs (parsley, mint) use half the amount of dried herbs if unavailable
  • 1 medium Onion (grated) shallots can be a substitute for milder flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic garlic powder can be used if fresh isn't handy
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs opt for gluten-free breadcrumbs to keep gluten-free
For the Potatoes
  • 2 cups Potatoes (golden) sweet potatoes work well for a twist
For the Tahini Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Tahini Greek yogurt can lighten it up if preferred
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice lime juice can be an excellent substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil any neutral oil will do if you're out of olive oil

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped fresh herbs, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
  2. Wet your hands slightly and shape the beef mixture into elongated meatballs, placing them on a large plate.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and wash and slice the golden potatoes into wedges or rounds.
  4. Toss the potato slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper to coat evenly.
  5. Place the meatballs directly on top of the seasoned potatoes in the baking dish and bake for 30 minutes.
  6. Prepare the tahini sauce by whisking together tahini, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and water until smooth.
  7. After 30 minutes, drizzle the tahini sauce over the koftas and potatoes and return to the oven for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  8. Remove the dish from the oven and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure the onion is finely grated to avoid a watery kofta mix, and avoid overbaking the tahini sauce to keep it creamy.

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