Middle Eastern Meatballs Kofta Kebabs

Start by gathering all your ingredients. In a food processor, combine the parsley, onion, and garlic. Pulse until finely chopped. Next, add the ground meat of your choice. Mix in the toasted bread, all the spices, and the lemon juice. Season the mixture with salt and pepper. Blend until everything is well combined.

Once your mixture is ready, it’s time to mold the kebabs. Grab a handful and shape it around a skewer or form small patties. I find that shaping them onto skewers makes for easy grilling. Aim for uniform sizes so they cook evenly.

Place the formed kebabs on a plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This helps them hold their shape during cooking.

While the kebabs chill, heat your grill to medium-high. You want it hot enough to sear the meat and create that mouthwatering crust.

Lightly brush the kebabs with olive oil to prevent sticking. Grill them for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are nicely browned and cooked through. Keep an eye on them; no one likes a burnt kebab!

Once they’re cooked, serve your kofta kebabs hot, drizzled with olive oil and paired with pita and hummus. Don’t forget a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish. Enjoy every juicy bite!