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Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce Recipe: A Must-Try!


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delightful blend of ground chicken, spices, and herbs shaped into small ovals or patties, served with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce.


Ingredients

  • Ground Chicken: 500 grams (about 1 pound)
  • Onion: 1 medium, finely chopped
  • Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
  • Fresh Parsley: 1/4 cup, finely chopped
  • Ground Cumin: 1 teaspoon
  • Ground Coriander: 1 teaspoon
  • Salt: 1 teaspoon (or to taste)
  • Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste)
  • Plain Yogurt: 1 cup
  • Lemon Juice: 2 tablespoons
  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons (for grilling)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, and parsley.
  2. Add ground cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Wet your hands and shape the mixture into elongated oval kofta.
  4. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and brush with olive oil.
  5. Grill the kofta for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. In a small bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to make the garlic yogurt sauce.
  7. Serve the kofta with the garlic yogurt sauce and your choice of sides.

Notes

  • Let the kofta rest for a few minutes after grilling for better flavor.
  • Check the internal temperature to ensure it reaches 75°C (165°F).
  • Feel free to customize the spices to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 kofta with sauce
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Chicken Kofta, Garlic Yogurt Sauce, Middle Eastern Cuisine, Grilled Chicken, Easy Dinner