Grilled Turkey Kofta

Grilled Turkey Kofta

Juicy seasoned ground turkey formed into kofta, grilled to perfection, and served with fluffy white rice and tender roasted zucchini.

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Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. In a large bowl, combine 1 pound ground turkey, 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix gently until just combined (do not overmix).
  2. Form the mixture into 6-8 oblong patties or small log shapes for kofta. Lightly brush the kofta with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  3. Grill the kofta for 4-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and nicely browned with grill marks. Cooking time may vary based on thickness.
  4. While kofta grills, bring 2 cups water to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in 1 cup white rice and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes, keeping covered.
  5. Toss 1 medium peeled and sliced zucchini with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Roast on a baking sheet in the oven (if also cooking the kofta indoors) or grill alongside the kofta for 10-15 minutes, until tender.
  6. Serve the grilled turkey kofta hot with fluffy white rice and roasted zucchini.

Notes

If fresh parsley is unavailable, you can substitute with 1 teaspoon of dried parsley, but fresh is preferred for flavor.

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