Ingredients
Beef Mixture
- 2 lbs lean ground beef (90/10 recommended)
- 1 medium onion, grated
- 1/3 cup parsley, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp sumac
- 1/3 tsp cinnamon
Other
- Wooden skewers (soaked in water before use)
- Oil for brushing grill grates
Instructions
- Soak Skewers: Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, grated onion, chopped parsley, minced garlic, sea salt, cumin, oregano, sumac, and cinnamon. Mix thoroughly by hand until well combined.
- Shape Kabobs: Take portions of the meat mixture and wrap them evenly around each soaked skewer, forming about 1-inch thick kabobs and leaving 2-3 inches of the skewer bottom empty for handling.
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and brush the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill Kabobs: Place the kabobs on the grill and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning every few minutes to ensure they cook evenly and develop grill marks on all sides.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the kabobs from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute. Enjoy your delicious beef kafta kabobs!
Notes
- Soaking the skewers is essential to avoid charring during grilling.
- Using lean ground beef (90/10) helps keep the kabobs juicy without excessive fat.
- Sumac adds a tangy flavor but can be substituted with lemon zest if unavailable.
- These kabobs pair well with pita, yogurt sauce, or grilled vegetables.
- Ensure even thickness of kabobs for uniform cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
