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Mouthwatering Tahini Kofta

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Juicy, herb-packed beef kofta baked with golden potatoes and finished with a creamy lemon-tahini sauce — a rich, comforting Middle Eastern dish bursting with bold flavor and texture.

Ingredients

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  • For the Kofta:
  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef or lamb
  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For the Tray Bake:
  • 2–3 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt to season
  • Tahini Sauce:
  • 1/3 cup tahini
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup water (plus more if needed)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly oil a baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, mix all kofta ingredients. Shape into oval logs and arrange in the baking dish.
  3. Toss potato slices in olive oil and a little salt. Arrange around and over the kofta.
  4. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, water, and salt to make the sauce. Adjust water for desired consistency.
  6. Remove foil and pour tahini sauce evenly over the kofta and potatoes.
  7. Return to oven uncovered and bake another 15–20 minutes, until golden and bubbling.
  8. Serve hot with rice, flatbread, or a fresh salad.

Notes

  • Use a mix of parsley and cilantro for balanced herb flavor.
  • Slice potatoes thinly and evenly to ensure proper cooking.
  • Tahini sauce may thicken in the oven — loosen with warm water when reheating.
  • For extra texture, broil the dish for the last 2 minutes until lightly browned.

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