Beef Kofta with Tabbouleh and Lemon-Herb Potatoes

Step 1: Prepare the Bulgur

Soak the fine bulgur in hot water according to package directions, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well, squeezing out excess water.

• 0.25 cup fine bulgur

Step 2: Make the Tabbouleh

In a large bowl, combine the soaked bulgur, parsley, mint, tomatoes, cucumber, and green onions.

• Soaked bulgur from Step 1
• 1 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 0.5 cup fresh mint (finely chopped)
• 1 cup tomatoes (diced)
• 1 cucumber (diced)
• 0.5 cup green onions (thinly sliced)

Step 3: Dress the Tabbouleh

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 1 lemon, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, tahini, honey, salt, and pepper. Pour over the tabbouleh and toss to combine. Set aside.

• 1 lemon (juice)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon tahini
• 1 teaspoon honey
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

Step 4: Prepare the Lemon-Herb Potatoes

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, toss the baby potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.

• 1.5 pounds baby potatoes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons fresh oregano (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme (chopped)
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

Step 5: Roast the Potatoes

Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and golden brown, flipping halfway through.

Step 6: Make the Kofta Mixture

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, cumin, paprika, coriander, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well with your hands until everything is evenly distributed.

• 1 pound ground beef (lean)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

Step 7: Form the Kofta

Divide the beef mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into an elongated oval or sausage shape.

Step 8: Cook the Kofta

Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Grill the kofta for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and lightly charred. Alternatively, you can bake the kofta in the oven alongside the potatoes for the last 15-20 minutes of cooking time.

• Formed Kofta from Step 7

Step 9: Assemble and Serve

Serve the beef kofta alongside the tabbouleh and lemon-herb roasted potatoes. Garnish with extra lemon wedges, if desired.

• Grilled or Baked Kofta from Step 8
• Tabbouleh from Step 3
• Roasted Potatoes from Step 5
• 1 lemon (cut into wedges, optional)