ܟܘܦܬܐ ܕܪܘܙܐ (Kofta d'Ruzza) – Rice kofta

Assyrian kofta

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Kofta Ingredients

1 kg ground beef

500 g rice, washed and dried

2 medium onions

1 bunch parsley

1 tbsp 7 spice mix

1 tbsp kofta spices

1 tsp black pepper

1½–2 tsp salt (or to taste)

Sauce Ingredients

2 onions, finely chopped

200 g tomato paste

2 L water

1 tbsp dried mint

Method

Wash the rice and let it dry completely.

Blend the rice and the ground beef together.

Blend the onions and parsley, then add them to the meat mixture

Add the 7 spices, kofta spices, black pepper, and salt.

Mix everything well until fully combined.

Shape into 90 g balls. This recipe makes around 17 pieces.

Sauce

In a large pot, sauté the onions until softened.

Add the tomato paste and cook for 2–3 minutes.

Pour in 2 litres of water and add the dried mint.

Bring the sauce to a gentle boil.

Carefully add the kofta and cook until fully cooked and tender.

✨ Serve with fresh herbs, lemon, onions, and pickles on the side.

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