Recipe: Turkish “Kofte” Sandwich 🥙
Description: Enjoy the taste of Turkey with this delightful sandwich featuring juicy beef meatballs and creamy yogurt dressing, perfect for a warm summer evening. While traditionally made with ground lamb, this recipe opts for ground beef as a tasty alternative.
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories per Serving: 102.2
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (2 reviews)
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Ground beef |
| 2 | Onions |
| 2 | Garlic cloves |
| Parsley | |
| Mint | |
| 1/2 | Cucumber |
| Olive oil | |
| Yogurt | |
| Tomatoes | |
| 2 | Lettuce |
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Begin by chopping the onions, 1 clove of garlic, and parsley.
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Mix Meatball Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped onions, garlic, parsley, and ground beef. Season with salt and pepper, then mix well.
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Shape Meatballs: With your hands, shape the mixture into walnut-sized meatballs.
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Cook Meatballs: You have two options for cooking the meatballs: you can either grill them or cook them in a pan with a drizzle of olive oil until they are golden brown and cooked through.
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Prepare Yogurt Dressing: While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the yogurt dressing by mixing yogurt with crushed garlic and chopped mint.
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Prepare Sandwich Components: Slice the tomatoes, lettuce, and cucumber.
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Assemble Sandwiches: Take Turkish bread, cut it into 4 squares, and open them up. Spread a generous amount of the yogurt dressing on each piece of bread.
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Layer Ingredients: Place lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and the cooked meatballs on the bread. Drizzle with extra yogurt dressing for added flavor.
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Serve: Close the sandwiches and serve immediately, and enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite!
This Turkish “Kofte” Sandwich is a flavorful blend of savory meatballs, crisp vegetables, and creamy yogurt dressing, making it a perfect choice for a quick and satisfying lunch or snack. With its simple preparation and exotic flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Give it a try and transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Turkey! 🇹🇷
