Aromatic Turkish Köfte with Sumac Onions

Name: Aromatic Turkish Köfte with Sumac Onions
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 500g ground lamb; 1 medium onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1/4 cup fresh parsley; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground coriander; 1 tsp paprika; Salt and pepper; 2 large red onions; 1 tbsp ground sumac; 2 tbsp olive oil; Juice of 1 lemon; Salt; 1 cup plain Greek yoghurt; 1 clove garlic; 1 tbsp lemon juice; Salt and pepper; 4 pita or flatbreads; Olive oil; Pinch of salt

A Flavorful Middle Eastern Delight

Savory Turkish köfte paired with zesty sumac onions, perfect for a rich dining experience.

1 h 30 min
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Köfte

500g ground lamb

(or beef)

1 medium onion

grated

2 cloves garlic

minced

1/4 cup fresh parsley

finely chopped

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground coriander

1 tsp paprika

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Sumac Onions

2 large red onions

thinly sliced

1 tbsp ground sumac

2 tbsp olive oil

Juice of 1 lemon

Salt

to taste

For the Yoghurt Sauce

1 cup plain Greek yoghurt

1 clove garlic

minced

1 tbsp lemon juice

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Flatbreads

4 pita or flatbreads

Olive oil

for brushing

Pinch of salt

Preparation

Marinating the Köfte

Combine Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, and fresh parsley.

Use a 2:1 lamb to beef ratio for enhanced richness.

Add Spices and Season

Add ground cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper, then mix well.

Ensure the meat mixture is thoroughly combined for best texture.

Chill Köfte

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.

Allow the köfte mixture to rest to enhance the flavors.

Preparing the Sumac Onions

Combine Onions with Sumac

In a bowl, combine thinly sliced red onions with ground sumac.

Season and Toss

Add olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt, then toss to coat evenly.

Marinate Onions

Let them marinate while the köfte is resting.

Cooking Process

Grill Köfte

Shape the köfte mixture into small patties or logs and grill over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes on each side until cooked through.

Cook Flatbreads

Brush flatbreads with olive oil and sprinkle a little salt. Toast on a grill or in a pan over medium heat until warm and slightly charred.

Make Yoghurt Sauce

Combine all the yoghurt sauce ingredients in a small bowl and mix until smooth.

Plating & Serving