GROUND TURKEY KOFTA

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Kofta is a Middle Eastern ground meat burger, often made with lamb. In this case, turkey takes the place of lamb.

Provided by Heidi Hoerman

Categories     Burgers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 lb ground turkey
1/3 c panko bread crumbs
SEASONING PASTE
1/4 c fresh cilantro, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 Tbsp celery, minced
1/4 tsp allspice, ground
1/4 tsp cinnamon, ground
1/4 tsp cumin, ground
1/4 tsp coriander, ground
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • 1. SEASONING PASTE: Combine cilantro, garlic, celery, seasonings and salt. Mince very fine, pound together in a mortar, or process in a small food processor.
  • 2. In a medium bowl, gently but thoroughly mix turkey, panko, and seasoning paste. Shape into four small, oval patties about 1 inch thick.
  • 3. Preheat a grill pan on the bottom shelf of a 425F oven. Cook patties 6 minutes on one side, flip and cook and additional 6 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 175F.
  • 4. Serving suggestion: Serve with tzatziki (yogurt-cucumber salad) and a bulgur-vegetable pilaf.

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