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Chicken Kofta with Yogurt Sauce Recipe

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A flavorful recipe for Chicken Kofta served with a tangy yogurt sauce, toasted pine nuts, and warm pita bread. This dish blends aromatic spices and fresh herbs for a delicious Middle Eastern-inspired meal ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Chicken Kofta

  • 2 lbs Ground Chicken
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 3/4 cups Pine Nuts
  • 1 small Yellow Onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1/4 tsp Cardamom
  • 1/4 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cloves
  • 1/2 tsp Sumac
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika
  • 3/4 tsp Cumin
  • 1/4 cup Parsley, minced
  • 1 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Yogurt Sauce

  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 tsp Cumin
  • 1 Lemon, juiced
  • 1/4 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Parsley, minced

To Serve

  • Pitas
  • Red Onion, thinly sliced
  • Tomato, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. Toast pine nuts and prepare mixture: Toast the pine nuts in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Then blitz the toasted pine nuts in a food processor along with the onion and parsley until finely chopped and combined.
  2. Combine kofta ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, toasted pine nut mixture, spices (cardamom, cinnamon, ground cloves, sumac, nutmeg, paprika, cumin), kosher salt, and fresh minced parsley until thoroughly combined.
  3. Shape kofta: Using a 3 tablespoon measure, scoop portions of the kofta mixture and form them into evenly sized meatballs or oblong shapes. Set aside.
  4. Cook kofta: Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add the kofta and cook until a crust forms and they release easily from the pan, about 5 minutes. Turn the kofta and sear on all sides for about 10 more minutes, reducing heat to medium if they become too crisp, ensuring they are cooked through and browned evenly.
  5. Prepare yogurt sauce: While the kofta cooks, mix together the plain yogurt, minced garlic, cumin, lemon juice, kosher salt, and minced parsley in a bowl. Refrigerate the sauce to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve: Serve the chicken kofta warm with a drizzle of the yogurt sauce, alongside sliced red onions, pita bread, and tomato wedges for a complete and vibrant meal.

Notes

  • Toast pine nuts carefully to avoid burning; stirring frequently helps even toasting.
  • Kofta can be formed into balls or elongated shapes depending on preference.
  • Cooking times may vary depending on pan and heat level; ensure kofta is cooked through.
  • The yogurt sauce can be prepared in advance for convenience and better flavor integration.
  • Serve with warm pita bread and fresh vegetables for an authentic Middle Eastern experience.

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