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Moroccan Kefta Kabobs

Savory Moroccan Kefta Kabobs in Just 30 Minutes

Enjoy these flavorful Moroccan Kefta Kabobs made with ground beef or lamb, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 4 kabobs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kefta Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground lamb
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (parsley, cilantro) Chopped finely
  • 1 medium Onion Grated, can substitute with shallots
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Mint Optional
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is best
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Harissa Adjust for heat level
  • to taste Salt & Pepper For seasoning
For Cooking
  • 8 Skewers Soak wooden skewers for 25 minutes

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Skewers

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped fresh herbs, grated onion, minced garlic, and spices. Mix until evenly incorporated.
  2. Cover the Kefta mixture and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for an enhanced flavor.
  3. Shape the meat mixture around skewers, pressing gently to hold together.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates well.
  5. Grill the kabobs for 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  6. If cooking in the oven, preheat to 450°F and bake for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kabobCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Consider making extra kabobs to freeze; they reheat beautifully for quick meals later.

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