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Chicken Kofta Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Savory Chicken Kofta with Creamy Garlic Yogurt Sauce Delight

Delightful Chicken Kofta featuring a creamy garlic yogurt sauce, a perfect family-friendly dinner option.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 koftas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kofta
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken or ground turkey
  • 1 small Onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin or ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander omit if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt Greek yogurt recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice or lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for grilling

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Kofta Mixture: Combine the ground chicken, onion, garlic, and parsley in a bowl. Add cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Mix until blended.
  2. Shape the Koftas: Take a handful of the mixture and shape into patties about 2-3 inches long. Ensure they are compact.
  3. Preheat the Grill: Heat the grill to medium-high, around 400°F. Brush the grates with olive oil.
  4. Grill the Koftas: Place koftas on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and firm.
  5. Make the Garlic Yogurt Sauce: In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.
  6. Serve & Enjoy: Transfer grilled koftas to a platter and serve with the garlic yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 2koftasCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate kofta mixture for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Avoid overcrowding the grill for best results.

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