What you will need: Cumin, paprika, red chili powder, salt, black pepper, 2 medium onions, 1/2 a red bell pepper, 10 fresh mint leaves, 1/2 a bunch of parsley, 3.5 lbs of 80% lean ground beef

Instructions:

• The seasonings are: 1 1/2 tsp cumin, 1 1/2 tsp paprika, 1 tsp red chili, 3 tsps salt, 1 1/2 coriander, 1 1/2 tsp black pepper,
• 2 medium onions, 1/2 a red bell pepper, 10 fresh mint leaves, 1/2 a bunch of parsley
• Dice the red pepper
• Chop the onion
• Chop parsley
• Chop the mint leaves
• Mix all of the chopped veggies into a bowl
• Mix all the seasonings together
• Mince garlic
• In the food processor add: half of the meat: half the veggies and 1 tsp minced garlic
• Add 1/2 of the spices
• Pulse everything together until well combined
• Transfer to a bowl and repeat the same with the second half of the meat
• Kofta mix is now ready
• Divide the Kofta mix into equal size portions. Dip your hand in water and take a portion and thread on a skewer, making sure to press it so it adheres to the skewer, or shape them into patties.
• You can also store a portion of the Kofta mix in an airtight container in the freezer to have it handy for another meal
• Cook the kofta skewers and patties on a preheated grill for just a few minutes on each side. Do not over cook it so it stays tender and juicy
• Serve with pita bread, Tahini sauce, and sumac seasoned onion slices
• Enjoy!