Succulent Lebanese Kafta with Lemony Tahini Sauce

Name: Succulent Lebanese Kafta with Lemony Tahini Sauce
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or lamb; 1 small onion, grated; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped; 2 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground allspice; 1 tsp salt; ½ tsp black pepper; Skewers; ½ cup tahini; 1 large lemon, juiced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; ¼ tsp salt; ⅓ cup water; Olive oil; Lemon wedges; Chopped fresh parsley; Sumac

Deliciously Spiced Ground Meat Skewers

Juicy kafta kebabs grilled to perfection, served with a zesty lemon tahini sauce.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Kafta

1 lb ground beef or lamb

1 small onion, grated

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped

2 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground allspice

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

Skewers

If wooden, soaked in water for 30 minutes

For the Lemony Tahini Sauce

½ cup tahini

1 large lemon, juiced

2 cloves garlic, minced

¼ tsp salt

⅓ cup water

Adjust for desired consistency

For Grilling

Olive oil

For brushing

Lemon wedges

For serving

For Garnishing

Chopped fresh parsley

Sumac

Preparation

Marinating the Kafta

Combine Ingredients

In a large bowl, combine ground meat, grated onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, allspice, salt, and black pepper.

Mix Well

Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.

Chill

Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to develop.

Ensure the kafta mixture is well-chilled before grilling to help it hold its shape.

Preparing the Lemony Tahini Sauce

Whisk Base

In a medium bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and salt until smooth.

Adjust Consistency

Gradually add water, whisking until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.

If the tahini sauce thickens over time, whisk in a tablespoon of water to loosen.

Season to Taste

Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Cooking Process

Grilling the Kafta

Preheat the grill to medium-high. Shape the kafta mixture onto skewers, pressing firmly. Brush with olive oil and grill.

Final Grilling Touch

Grill for approximately 4–5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.

Finishing the Sauce

Serve the sauce immediately with grilled kafta for the best flavor.

Plating & Serving