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Air Fryer Kofta Kebabs

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Air fryer kofta kebabs are a quick, flavorful dish that will impress any crowd. Made with a blend of ground beef and lamb, fresh herbs, and warm spices, these kebabs are juicy and packed with bold flavors. Traditionally cooked on a grill, this air fryer version makes it easy to enjoy kofta at home with less time and effort. Perfect for dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this Middle Eastern inspired meat kebab recipe cooks in the air fryer in under 15 minutes! Don’t have an air fryer? No problem. Instructions to bake or grill these tasty meat kebabs are also included.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 1 small onion, diced finely
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Assemble The Kofta Kebabs

  1. Add all the ingredients to a food processor and pulse until smooth.
  2. Divide the meat mixture into even sections & shape into kebabs-like patties (or any shape you like).

Air Fryer

  1. Add kofta kebabs to the air fryer basket. Do not overlap. You may need to cook your kofta in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
  2. Cook 380 degrees for 12 minutes, turning halfway through.

Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 350.
  2. Place the kofta kebabs on a baking sheet and cook for 25-30 minutes. Make sure the kofta has an internal temperature of 145F before serving.

Grill

  1. Preheat an outdoor grill over medium heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  2. Cook the kebabs, turning occasionally, until the meat has cooked to your desired temperature (approximately 6 minutes for medium).

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