Middle EasternLunchMeat

Kofta

Kofta is a lunch middle eastern recipe with 450 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

450 kcal

Total Time

25 min

Servings

1

Protein

30 g

Ingredients

  • ground lamb or beef150g
  • onion, finely chopped.25 piece
  • chopped parsley2 tbsp
  • cumin1 tsp
  • Salt and pepperTo taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Mix ground meat with chopped onions, parsley, and spices.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Shape the mixture into balls or logs.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Grill, bake, or pan-fry until cooked through.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Serve with a side of yogurt sauce or in a sandwich.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

450

Protein

30g

Carbs

10g

Fat

30g

Fiber

2g

Micronutrients

Iron

3 mg

Zinc

5 mg

Sodium

500 mg

Calcium

40 mg

Folate

20 mcg

Magnesium

25 mg

Potassium

350 mg

Vitamin C

10 mg

Vitamin A

20 mcg

Vitamin B12

2.5 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

No major allergens flagged

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Kofta can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kofta

How many calories are in Kofta?

Kofta has about 450 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Kofta suitable for vegetarians?

No. Kofta is not vegetarian as written because it includes ground lamb or beef.

Is Kofta gluten-free?

Kofta is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Kofta?

This recipe does not contain none of the major allergens flagged in this recipe feed, but you should still review packaged ingredient labels for any brand-specific warnings.

Can I make Kofta ahead of time?

Kofta can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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