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29 May 2026 Last updated: 12 September 2026

This simple Adana-style kofta is made by kneading lean ground beef with onion juice and spices, then quickly grilling it. It is named for the sizzling sound it makes on the grill and makes a light but filling lunch.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Knead the mixture

8 min

Knead the ground beef with the onion juice, salt, black pepper, and cumin thoroughly for at least 8 minutes.

2

Chill

20 min

Refrigerate the mixture for 20 minutes.

3

Shape the kofta

Shape the mixture into thin, flat kofta patties.

4

Grill

10 min

Grill the kofta or cook it in a cast-iron skillet over high heat for 4–5 minutes, until browned on both sides.

5

Serve

Serve hot with grilled tomatoes and peppers.

Reminder

Store the raw mixture in the refrigerator for 1 day or in the freezer for 2 months. Store cooked kofta in the refrigerator for 2 days.

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
260 kcalCalories
26 gProtein
3 gCarbohydrate
16 gFat
0.5 gFiber
1 gSugar
460 mgSodium
6 gSaturated Fat
Protein 40% Carbohydrate 5% Fat 55%
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