Spiced ground meat patties, a Turkish-Cypriot street food favorite.
Turkish-Cypriot köfte are made with ground lamb or beef, combined with breadcrumbs, onions, and warm spices, then formed into patties and grilled. Served in pita with yogurt and fresh vegetables, they're the ultimate street food.
Serves 4
Combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, onion, allspice, mint, salt, and pepper.
Divide mixture into 8 portions and form into oval or round patties.
Grill over high heat or pan-fry for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through.
Place in pita bread with yogurt, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and fresh lettuce.
Don't overwork the mixture
Make a small test patty to check seasoning
Add pine nuts to the mixture
Use ground chicken for lighter version
Form patties and refrigerate up to 24 hours before cooking.
Köfte is a Turkish-Cypriot interpretation of Middle Eastern meatballs, reflecting centuries of cultural exchange.
Yes, bake at 400°F for 15-18 minutes.
Turkish yogurt sauce (cacık) or simple plain yogurt works perfectly.
Per serving (180g) · 4 servings total
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