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Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Savor Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce in 30 Minutes

This Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce is a healthy, gluten-free delight ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 kofta
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kofta
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Can substitute with ground turkey.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Mince for maximum impact.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped; can substitute with cilantro.
  • 2 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 2 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Essential for grilling.
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt Can substitute with coconut yogurt.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 pinch Salt Adjust as needed for balance.

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Wet your hands slightly to prevent sticking, then shape the mixture into oval kofta forms, about 2-3 inches long.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F/190°C) and lightly oil the grates.
  4. Place the shaped kofta on the hot grill and grill each side for 5-7 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. While the kofta is grilling, mix plain yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth to make the Garlic Yogurt Sauce.
  6. Serve the grilled kofta with the garlic yogurt sauce, garnished with chopped parsley or fresh mint.

Nutrition

Serving: 1koftaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best experience, enjoying the contrast of hot kofta and cold sauce.

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