Greek Ground Beef Kebabs
Ingredients
- for the kebabs
- 2 lbground beef or lamb
- 1 largeonion
- 2garlic cloves
- 1 bunchparsley
stems removed
- 2 tspground cumin
- 1 tspsalt
- ½ tspground black pepper
- crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tspsweet paprika
- 1 tspdried oregano
- 3roma tomatoes or any larger tomatoes
- 2bell peppers
Directions
- 1
Place the garlic cloves in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
Cut the onion into quarters or smaller and add to the food processor. Pulse until finely chopped but not pureed.
Place the ground meat in a large mixing bowl and add the onion and garlic mixture to it.
Add the parsley leaves to the food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Add the parsley to the meat.
Add all of the remaining ingredients to the mat and knead it to incorporate.
The kebabs can be made straight away or the meat can be covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated for a few hours or overnight so that the flavors can marry.
Divide the meat into 12 portions and roll each portion into a kebab.
The kebabs can be cooked on a hot barbeque grill or in a cast-iron skillet.
Warm the skillet over medium-high heat and add 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil to it.
Pan-fry the kebabs in a few batches (4-5 at a time) about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked kebabs onto a serving platter.
Prepare the vegetables.
Cut the tomatoes into quarters. Alternatively, leave them whole if cooking them on a barbeque grill.
Slice the bell peppers into cubes or big chunks and discard the seeds.
Add the veggies to the cast-iron skillet. Cook them over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes on each side or until they begin to soften.
Serve the kebabs and grilled veggies with Mediterranean Rice Pilaf, quick pickled red onions, and toasted pita/naan bread.
Greek Ground Beef Kebabs
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About this Recipe
Looking for a show-stopping main course that’s surprisingly easy? These Greek Ground Beef Kebabs bring a restaurant-worthy experience right to your table, perfect for a busy weeknight or an impressive dinner party. You'll love how these juicy, flavorful kebabs come together to create a truly delicious meal.
What sets these ground beef shish kebabs apart is the masterful blend of fresh aromatics like onion, garlic, and parsley with classic Greek spices such as cumin, sweet paprika, and oregano. This combination infuses every bite of the ground beef or lamb with an incredible depth of flavor, ensuring each kebab is exceptionally succulent and aromatic.
When you prepare these Greek Ground Beef Kebabs, you can anticipate perfectly seasoned, tender meat with a delightful char, complemented by the fresh sweetness of grilled roma tomatoes and bell peppers. The aromatic spices create a warm, inviting flavor profile that feels both authentic and comforting. This dish is designed to deliver maximum flavor with straightforward preparation, making it an accessible yet impressive meal for any home cook.
Easily adapt these kebabs to your preference by using either ground beef or lamb for the mixture, as both will yield fantastic results. For those who enjoy a bit of heat, don't shy away from adding more crushed red pepper flakes to taste. You can also experiment with other firm, grill-friendly vegetables alongside the tomatoes and bell peppers, such as zucchini or red onion wedges, to further customize your meal.
These flavorful kebabs are a complete and satisfying meal when served alongside grilled vegetables, vibrant pickled onions, and a cooling dollop of creamy Tzatziki. They're equally at home as an elegant centerpiece for a special dinner party or a robust, satisfying weeknight family dinner.