Nitrate & Nitrite Free Ginger-Turmeric Beef Kofta Bites with Romaine
Total time35 min
Prep time20 min
Cook time15 min
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4 servings
For the kofta
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ¾ tsp salt
- 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the herb drizzle
- ¼ cup fresh ricotta
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- 1 head romaine lettuce, leaves separated and trimmed into cups
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, grated ginger, turmeric, cumin, coriander, salt, cilantro, and parsley. Mix with your hands until the spices and herbs are evenly distributed throughout the meat, about 1 minute — do not overwork.
- 2
Divide the mixture into 16 equal portions (about 1 oz each) and roll each into a compact oval or round bite, roughly 1½ inches across. Set aside on a plate.
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