Lebanese Kafta

Transport your taste buds to the Middle East with this authentic Lebanese Kafta recipe, a delightful dish featuring perfectly spiced ground beef or lamb blended with fresh parsley, fragrant allspice, and a hint of cinnamon. These juicy, aromatic patties are quick to prepare and can be grilled, pan-seared, or baked to perfection in just 20 minutes. Optional pine nuts add a nutty crunch, while a touch of olive oil ensures every bite is succulent and satisfying. Serve these versatile kafta with warm pita, fluffy rice, or a crisp side salad for a wholesome, flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for weeknights and special occasions alike. Keywords: Lebanese Kafta, Middle Eastern recipes, spiced ground beef, easy kafta recipe, grilling recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef or lamb
• 1 large onion
• 1 bunch fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon ground allspice
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 50 grams pine nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by finely chopping the onion and parsley. You can also use a food processor to ensure a finer, even consistency.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef or lamb with the chopped onion and parsley.

Step 3

Add the ground allspice, ground cinnamon, ground black pepper, and salt to the meat mixture.

Step 4

Peel and mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl.

Step 5

Using your hands, thoroughly mix all ingredients until well combined.

Step 6

If using pine nuts, add them to the mixture and mix again.

Step 7

Divide the mixture into small portions of approximately 50 grams each and shape into oval or log-shaped patties.

Step 8

Brush each kafta with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking and ensure even browning.

Step 9

Preheat a grill or a pan over medium-high heat. If grilling, consider using skewers for the kafta but it's not necessary.

Step 10

Cook the kafta for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through. Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of your patties.

Step 11

Serve hot, accompanied by pita bread, a side salad, or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(861.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1981.0

Total Fat 163.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 400mg	0%
Sodium 2783.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 11.9g
Protein 97.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 269.9mg	0%
Iron 20.2mg	0%
Potassium 2568.4mg	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: 73.1%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 7.5%