Beef Koftas With Pitas and Yogurt |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Yummy Greek inspired meal, its lean too. From Canadian Living and Weetabix Cooking CD. Ingredients:
1 cup lightly packed fresh parsley leaves |
3 green onions, coarsely chopped |
2 teaspoons dried mint |
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin |
1/2 teaspoon mild paprika |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1 egg |
1 lb lean ground beef |
4 whole wheat pita bread |
1/2 cup plain yogurt |
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley |
Directions:
1. In food processor, puree together parsley leaves, green onions, half of the mint, the cumin, paprika, salt and pepper.
2. Transfer to large bowl; beat in egg.
3. Add beef and 2 tbsp water; mix well.
4. Shape by heaping 2 tbsp into small sausages.
5. Thread each lengthwise onto metal or soaked wooden skewer.
6. Place skewers on greased grill over medium heat or under broiler; close lid and grill, turning once, until no longer pink inside and digital rapid-read thermometer inserted into several koftas reads 160F, about 12 minutes on grill, 7 minutes under broiler.
7. Meanwhile, grill or broil pita breads, turning once, until crisp, about 4 minutes; cut into quarters.
8. Combine yogurt with remaining mint and minced parsley.
9. Serve koftas with pita quarters and yogurt.
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