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Köfte

Name: Köfte
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 500 grams ground lamb or beef; 1 medium, finely chopped onion; 1/4 cup, chopped parsley; 1/4 cup breadcrumbs; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cumin

Köfte is a traditional Turkish dish made from ground meat mixed with spices and herbs, shaped into balls or patties, and grilled, fried, or baked. It is a staple in Turkish cuisine, known for its rich flavors and versatility, often served with bread, rice, or salad. Köfte holds cultural significance as a symbol of Turkish hospitality and culinary heritage.

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Turkish70%

Middle Eastern30%

Ingredients

ground lamb or beef
500 grams
onion
1 medium, finely chopped
parsley
1/4 cup, chopped
breadcrumbs
1/4 cup
egg
1
salt
1 teaspoon
black pepper
1/2 teaspoon
cumin
1/2 teaspoon

Method

Steps not available

Origin Story

Köfte traces its roots to the Ottoman Empire, influenced by Middle Eastern and Central Asian meatball traditions, evolving over centuries into a uniquely Turkish culinary icon.

Culinary DNA

Ingredient ancestry breakdown

Turkish70%

ingredients+techniques

Middle Eastern30%

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Ingredients spotlight

Ground Lamb Or Beef Onion Parsley Breadcrumbs Egg Salt Black Pepper Cumin

Techniques

mixing shaping grilling pan-frying

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