Description
Enjoy a delicious and flavorful Kofta Pita Sandwich with Garlic Tahini Sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal any time of the day. This recipe combines juicy kofta patties with a creamy garlic tahini sauce, wrapped in warm pita bread and fresh veggies.
Ingredients
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Kofta:
- 1 – 1 1/4 pound 90% lean ground beef (or lamb)
- 1/2 cup chopped parsley
- 1 small yellow onion, finely minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground sumac
- 1/2 teaspoon saffron
- Salt and pepper
To Serve:
- Pitas
- Lettuce
- Parsley
- Sliced onions
- Cucumbers
Garlic Tahini Sauce:
- 1/3 cup tahini paste
- 1–2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3–5 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Marinate: Add the saffron (if using) to a small bowl along with two tablespoons of warm water. Combine ground beef with onions, parsley, turmeric, sumac, saffron, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Garlic Tahini Sauce: Blend tahini paste, garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a food processor. Drizzle in olive oil and water until desired consistency.
- Make Kofta: Shape kofta patties and grill over medium-high heat until cooked through. Serve in pitas with desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita sandwich
- Calories: Approximately 400 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
