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Cook Time:25 minsTotal Time:25 minsServings:4Yield:4 servings, 2 kofta & 2 Tbsp. sauce eachJump to Nutrition Facts
Cook Time:25 minsTotal Time:25 minsServings:4Yield:4 servings, 2 kofta & 2 Tbsp. sauce each
Cook Time:25 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:25 mins
Total Time:
Servings:4
Servings:
4
Yield:4 servings, 2 kofta & 2 Tbsp. sauce each
Yield:
4 servings, 2 kofta & 2 Tbsp. sauce each
Jump to Nutrition Facts
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1pound93%-lean ground turkey½cupminced onion½cupcoarse fresh or dry whole-wheat breadcrumbs (see Tips)5tablespoonschopped fresh cilantro, divided1teaspoonground cumin, divided½teaspoonground allspice½teaspoonsalt plus 1/8 teaspoon, divided¼teaspooncayenne pepper⅓cuplow-fat plain yogurt2tablespoonstahini1tablespoonlemon juice
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Ingredients
1pound93%-lean ground turkey
½cupminced onion
½cupcoarse fresh or dry whole-wheat breadcrumbs (see Tips)
5tablespoonschopped fresh cilantro, divided
1teaspoonground cumin, divided
½teaspoonground allspice
½teaspoonsalt plus 1/8 teaspoon, divided
¼teaspooncayenne pepper
⅓cuplow-fat plain yogurt
2tablespoonstahini
1tablespoonlemon juice
DirectionsPreheat grill to medium-high.Combine turkey, onion, breadcrumbs, 4 tablespoons cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, allspice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and cayenne in a large bowl; gently knead together. Do not overmix. With damp hands, form the mixture into two ovals on each skewer; use about 1/3 cup for each and place at least 1 inch apart.Oil the grill rack (see Tips). Grill the kebabs until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 165 degrees F, about 4 minutes per side.Combine yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, the remaining 1 tablespoon cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon cumin and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Serve the kebabs with the sauce.TipsEquipment: 4 (10- to 12-inch) flat metal skewersTo make your own fresh breadcrumbs, trim crusts from whole-wheat bread. Tear bread into pieces and process in a food processor until coarse crumbs form. To make fine breadcrumbs, process until very fine. To make dry breadcrumbs, spread coarse or fine breadcrumbs on a baking sheet and bake at 250°F until dry, about 10 to 15 minutes. One slice of bread makes about 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs or about 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs. For store-bought coarse dry breadcrumbs we like Ian’s brand, labeled “Panko breadcrumbs.” Find them at well-stocked supermarkets.Oiling a grill rack before you grill foods helps ensure that the food won’t stick. Oil a folded paper towel, hold it with tongs and rub it over the rack. (Do not use cooking spray on a hot grill.) When grilling delicate foods like tofu and fish, it is helpful to coat the food with cooking spray.Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2013
Directions
Preheat grill to medium-high.Combine turkey, onion, breadcrumbs, 4 tablespoons cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, allspice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and cayenne in a large bowl; gently knead together. Do not overmix. With damp hands, form the mixture into two ovals on each skewer; use about 1/3 cup for each and place at least 1 inch apart.Oil the grill rack (see Tips). Grill the kebabs until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 165 degrees F, about 4 minutes per side.Combine yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, the remaining 1 tablespoon cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon cumin and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Serve the kebabs with the sauce.TipsEquipment: 4 (10- to 12-inch) flat metal skewersTo make your own fresh breadcrumbs, trim crusts from whole-wheat bread. Tear bread into pieces and process in a food processor until coarse crumbs form. To make fine breadcrumbs, process until very fine. To make dry breadcrumbs, spread coarse or fine breadcrumbs on a baking sheet and bake at 250°F until dry, about 10 to 15 minutes. One slice of bread makes about 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs or about 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs. For store-bought coarse dry breadcrumbs we like Ian’s brand, labeled “Panko breadcrumbs.” Find them at well-stocked supermarkets.Oiling a grill rack before you grill foods helps ensure that the food won’t stick. Oil a folded paper towel, hold it with tongs and rub it over the rack. (Do not use cooking spray on a hot grill.) When grilling delicate foods like tofu and fish, it is helpful to coat the food with cooking spray.
Preheat grill to medium-high.
Combine turkey, onion, breadcrumbs, 4 tablespoons cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, allspice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and cayenne in a large bowl; gently knead together. Do not overmix. With damp hands, form the mixture into two ovals on each skewer; use about 1/3 cup for each and place at least 1 inch apart.
Oil the grill rack (see Tips). Grill the kebabs until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 165 degrees F, about 4 minutes per side.
Combine yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, the remaining 1 tablespoon cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon cumin and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Serve the kebabs with the sauce.
Tips
Equipment: 4 (10- to 12-inch) flat metal skewers
To make your own fresh breadcrumbs, trim crusts from whole-wheat bread. Tear bread into pieces and process in a food processor until coarse crumbs form. To make fine breadcrumbs, process until very fine. To make dry breadcrumbs, spread coarse or fine breadcrumbs on a baking sheet and bake at 250°F until dry, about 10 to 15 minutes. One slice of bread makes about 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs or about 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs. For store-bought coarse dry breadcrumbs we like Ian’s brand, labeled “Panko breadcrumbs.” Find them at well-stocked supermarkets.
Oiling a grill rack before you grill foods helps ensure that the food won’t stick. Oil a folded paper towel, hold it with tongs and rub it over the rack. (Do not use cooking spray on a hot grill.) When grilling delicate foods like tofu and fish, it is helpful to coat the food with cooking spray.
Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2013
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)254Calories12gFat13gCarbs26gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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