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Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce Recipe: A Must-Try!

Irresistible Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce Recipe

Discover the delight of Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce, a must-try dish packed with Middle Eastern flavors, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 koftas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kofta
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped, can substitute with shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, can substitute with cilantro
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Adjust according to taste
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For grilling, avocado oil is a substitute
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt Can use coconut yogurt for lactose-free
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Can substitute with vinegar
  • 2 cloves Optional Garlic Adjust to taste for extra flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill or Grill Pan
  • whisk
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped fresh parsley. Mix thoroughly, ensuring not to overwork the mixture.
  2. Sprinkle in ground cumin, ground coriander, and season with salt and black pepper. Fold spices into the chicken mixture evenly.
  3. Wet your hands lightly, take a portion of the mixture, and shape it into oval patties. Aim for about 10-12 koftas.
  4. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and brush with olive oil.
  5. Grill the kofta for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
  6. While grilling, whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Optionally, add minced garlic.
  7. Serve warm chicken kofta drizzled with the creamy garlic yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1koftaCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients and avoid overcrowding the grill to ensure each kofta cooks properly. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness.

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