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Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Savor Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce Tonight

Enjoy delicious Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce, a spiced meat dish that's juicy and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 kofta
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kofta
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken A lighter alternative to traditional meats.
  • 1 medium Onion Consider grating for extra juiciness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Mince finely for even distribution.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Or substitute with cilantro.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin Essential spice for flavor.
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander Essential spice for flavor.
  • 1 tsp Salt To enhance flavors.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper To elevate taste.
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt Substitute coconut yogurt for dairy-free.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice For acidity that balances richness.
  • 1 clove Optional Minced Garlic For an extra kick.
For the Grill
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For brushing to prevent sticking.

Equipment

  • Grill or grill pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Finely chop the onion and fresh parsley, and mince the garlic.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Shape the mixture into elongated, oval patties aiming for 10 to 12 kofta.
  4. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat, brushing with olive oil.
  5. Grill kofta for about 5 to 7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Mix plain yogurt with lemon juice, salt, and minced garlic to create the garlic yogurt sauce.
  7. Serve kofta immediately with garlic yogurt sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1koftaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze uncooked kofta for up to 3 months.

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