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Beef Kofta with Hummus
These are great little things that can be served as a main with hummus and a side salad with bread or as little appetizer sticks, they also make a great finger food for a party. They are very quick and easy to put together with hardly any prep this makes them a perfect last minute meal. You can be creative with the herbs and change out or add more it is up to you.

Ingredients

500g Ground beef
1 Tablespoon parsley
1 Teaspoon finely grated lemon rind
1 Teaspoon ground cumin
1 Teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 Teaspoon onion powder
3/4 Teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 Teaspoon paprika
Pepper to taste
1 Egg, lightly beaten
10-12 Skewers, presoaked
1 Cup hummus
Pinch paprika

Method

1. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl, divide into 10-12 portions (whichever you prefer) Roll each portion into a sausage shape, then thread individually onto skewers.

2. Cook on heated oiled grill plate or grill or BBQ until browned and cooked through.

Serve Kofta’s with hummus sprinkled with paprika and a side salad.

All photos taken by me unless otherwise stated.