Kofta Bi Tahini Kofta with Tahini

Indulge in the rich, aromatic flavors of **Kofta Bi Tahini (Kofta with Tahini)**, a classic Middle Eastern dish that combines spiced meatballs with a creamy tahini sauce. Juicy, tender kofta made from ground beef or lamb are seasoned with warm spices like allspice, cinnamon, and cumin, then seared to perfection before being baked in a luscious blend of tahini, lemon juice, and garlic. This comforting dish is finished with a garnish of toasted pine nuts and fresh parsley, adding delightful texture and color. Perfect for serving with warm pita bread or over fluffy rice, it’s an irresistible combination of savory, nutty, and tangy flavors that will elevate your dinner table. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for a flavorful family meal or a crowd-pleasing weekend feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground beef or lamb
• 1 medium Onion, finely grated
• 2 tbsp Parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tsp Ground allspice
• 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp Cumin powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 120 ml Tahini paste
• 60 ml Lemon juice
• 120 ml Water
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Pine nuts, toasted (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, grated onion, chopped parsley, allspice, cinnamon, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 3

Shape the mixture into small oblong kofta, about 2-3 inches long. You should have around 12-15 kofta depending on the size.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the kofta on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. They don’t need to be fully cooked at this stage. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the tahini paste, lemon juice, water, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add a bit more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until pourable.

Step 6

Place the seared kofta in a baking dish in a single layer. Pour the tahini sauce evenly over the kofta.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the kofta are fully cooked and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 8

Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Garnish with toasted pine nuts and chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot with warm pita bread or over rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(984.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2519.6

Total Fat 213.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 400mg	0%
Sodium 2755.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 7.0g
Protein 120.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 461.6mg	0%
Iron 25.1mg	0%
Potassium 1851.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.9%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 6.3%