Spiced Beef and Coriander Koftas
Quick to prepare and cook these beef mince koftas can be threaded onto lemongrass stalks for an original twist to impress your guests.
prep time
10 mins
cook time
16 minutes
serves
8 people
Ingredients
- 450g lean beef mince
- 50g fresh white breadcrumbs
- Grated zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped mint
- 1 medium egg, beaten
Method
- In a large bowl mix all the ingredients together. Divide the mixture into 8 portions.
- Roll each portion into a sausage shape and mould around 8 wooden (previously soaked in water) or metal skewers or 8 extra long lemon grass sticks. Cover and refrigerate for 5-10 minutes.
- Cook under a preheated, moderate grill for 12-16 minutes turning occasionally.
- Serve on a bed of mixed tabbouleh salad and a side helping of hommous.
