Shawarma-Style Beef and Pumpkin Koftas with Oat Crunch
Savor the flavors of the Middle East with these tender beef and pumpkin koftas, infused with aromatic spices and wrapped in a crunchy oat coating, served with a side of creamy tzatziki sauce. The combination of beef stew meat, roasted pumpkin, and instant oats creates a unique and delicious dish. Perfect for a quick and flavorful meal, this recipe is sure to transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of the Middle East.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Total Time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- medium
- Cuisine
- Middle Eastern
- middle eastern
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- beef stew meat
- pumpkin
- instant oats
Ingredients
- 1lbbeef stew meat, finely chopped
- 1cuppumpkin, cooked and mashed
- 1/2cupinstant oats, toasted
- 1mediumonion, finely chopped
- 3clovesgarlic, minced
- 1tspcumin, ground
- 1tspcoriander, ground
- 1/2tsppaprika, smoked
- 1/2tspsalt, to taste
- 1/4tspblack pepper, to taste
- 2tbspsolive oil, for cooking
- 1cupplain yogurt, for tzatziki sauce
- 1mediumcucumber, grated
- 1/4cupfresh parsley, chopped
- 2tbspslemon juice, freshly squeezed
Nutrition
420
105 per serving
32g
64% DV
20g
29% DV
30g
10% DV
Macronutrient Breakdown
- Fiber
- 6g
% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet
Step-by-Step
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, combine the chopped beef, mashed pumpkin, toasted oats, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well with your hands or a wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5mroom temperature - 2
Using your hands, shape the mixture into 8-10 koftas, about 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm) in diameter and 3-4 inches (7.6-10 cm) long. Place the koftas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5mroom temperature - 3
Drizzle the koftas with olive oil and gently roll them to coat evenly. Bake the koftas in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned on the outside.
15m400°F (200°C) - 4
While the koftas are baking, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a bowl, combine the plain yogurt, grated cucumber, chopped parsley, and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
5mroom temperature - 5
Once the koftas are done, remove them from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve the koftas hot with a dollop of tzatziki sauce on the side. Garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges, if desired.
5mroom temperature - 6
To add an extra layer of crunch, toast the instant oats in a dry pan over medium heat, stirring frequently, until lightly browned and fragrant. Sprinkle the toasted oats over the koftas before serving.
2mmedium heat - 7
For an added burst of flavor, serve the koftas in a warm pita bread with your favorite Middle Eastern toppings, such as pickled turnips, sumac, and amba.
2mroom temperature - 8
To make the dish more substantial, serve the koftas with a side of roasted vegetables, such as Brussels sprouts or carrots, tossed with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
5mroom temperature