Serves 6
32 min
Beef Kofta with Tzatziki
Recipe GLPR46be09c04e1678
A Mediterranean classic combining juicy, herb-seasoned beef kofta skewers with a cooling, creamy tzatziki sauce. The kofta is a fragrant blend of ground beef, fresh herbs, and spices formed into logs on skewers, while the tzatziki features cucumber, Greek yogurt, dill, and mint for a refreshing accompaniment. Perfect for grilling or broiling, this dish delivers authentic Mediterranean flavors in every bite.
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Ingredients
1 medium English cucumber
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
2 to 3 medium lemons
1/2 clove garlic
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup fresh dill
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Prepare the cucumber for the tzatziki by trimming the ends, then halving it lengthwise. Using a spoon, gently scoop out the seeds from each half to reduce excess moisture. Grate the cucumber flesh on the large holes of a box grater into a fine-mesh strainer. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt and let sit for 5 minutes, then press gently to release and drain excess liquid.
Mince the garlic very finely and combine with the Greek yogurt in a medium bowl. Add the drained grated cucumber, fresh dill, and fresh mint leaves, stirring gently to incorporate all ingredients.
Squeeze the juice from 2 to 3 lemons to yield approximately 3 to 4 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice. Whisk the lemon juice into the tzatziki along with the extra-virgin olive oil, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt, and the freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Transfer the tzatziki to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve alongside your beef kofta.
