Chicken Kofta with Garlic Yogurt Sauce
A delightful dish of tender, juicy chicken koftas served with a creamy garlic yogurt sauce that's perfect for families and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
For the Kofta
- 500 grams ground chicken
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for grilling
For the Garlic Yogurt Sauce
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Preparation of Kofta
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Form the mixture into small oval-shaped koftas.
- Preheat the grill and brush it with olive oil.
Cooking
- Grill the koftas for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through.
Preparation of Sauce
- In a separate bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to prepare the garlic yogurt sauce.
Serving
- Serve the grilled koftas with the garlic yogurt sauce on the side.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, place koftas in a freezer-safe bag. Reheat in the oven or on the stovetop.