Rating: 3.77
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Persian Beef Koofteh with Yogurt Sauce

August 9, 2023

Koofteh is a popular Persian dish made with ground meat, rice, and herbs. This version uses beef and is served with a creamy yogurt sauce. It is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for a special occasion or a family dinner. Enjoy!

Persian Beef Koofteh with Yogurt Sauce
Persian Beef Koofteh with Yogurt Sauce
3.77 from 30 votes
A delicious Persian dish made with beef, rice, and herbs, served with a creamy yogurt sauce.
Servings 4 people
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup mint chopped
  • 1 onion grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp turmeric ground
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp mint chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, cooked rice, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, chopped mint, grated onion, minced garlic, turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  • Using wet hands, shape the mixture into small oval-shaped balls.
  • Heat some olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the yogurt, chopped dill, chopped mint, lemon juice, and salt. Stir well and cook over low heat until heated through.
  • Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer in the yogurt sauce for 10-15 minutes.
  • Serve the koofteh with yogurt sauce hot with rice or bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gFiber: 3g
Calories: 350kcal
Cooking Method: Grilled
Time: >45 Min
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  1. User avatar carla.huels2000 says:

    3 stars
    The yogurt sauce was way too runny! I think I used too much yogurt. Oops! πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ

  2. User avatar johnny.emmerich2025 says:

    5 stars
    This is the best koofteh I have ever made! The mixture of herbs really makes it pop. πŸ‘

  3. User avatar anderson.feeney says:

    5 stars
    So good!!! My family loved it! Will make again! Thank you!

  4. User avatar nelly.rowe35 says:

    4 stars
    I love the yogurt sauce! Paired perfectly with the meatballs. Will make it again.

  5. User avatar caitlyn.hayes82 says:

    5 stars
    I added some chili flakes for a kick! Perfect!

    1. 2 stars
      I dunno, chili flakes might be too much for a recipe like this. Isn’t it supposed to be more traditional?

    2. User avatar Tawanda Goodwin says:

      5 stars
      Chili flakes? That’s a great idea! I love a bit of heat in my dishes. I’ll have to try that next time!

  6. User avatar Johnsie Buckridge says:

    3 stars
    I don’t know about using so much mint… it was overwhelming. Maybe cut it down?

  7. User avatar buford.becker16 says:

    4 stars
    Can someone tell me if I can use chicken instead of beef? Not a big fan of red meat.

    1. User avatar kari.schmitt40 says:

      3 stars
      I think chicken would make it dry. Beef is more juicy, right? But I guess you could try it for a change. Just dont mess it up!

    2. User avatar leonila.shields76 says:

      5 stars
      Yes, you can definitely use chicken! It’ll give a different flavor but should work fine. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time a bit since chicken can cook faster than beef.

  8. User avatar sidney.lockman11 says:

    2 stars
    Yogurt sauce turned out sour β€” not sure what I did wrong…

    1. User avatar lanora.cummings24 says:

      3 stars
      Sour? Did u mix in the lemon juice? That can make it tangy. I like mine with extra dill!

    2. User avatar marquis.abshire says:

      4 stars
      Sorry to hear that! Maybe the yogurt was too old? Fresh yogurt is usually better in recipes.

  9. User avatar abigail.homenick70 says:

    4 stars
    My grandma made something like this, but it had raisins. Different but still good!

    1. User avatar Eccentrica Gallumbits says:

      5 stars
      Sounds really good! My grandma used to add raisins to everything too; it gives such a nice flavor. I might try that with this recipe!

  10. 4 stars
    Had a few problems with the meatballs breaking apart. Any tips?

  11. User avatar Armandina Mills says:

    3 stars
    Not bad, but I think it could use more spices. It’s a bit bland for my taste.

  12. User avatar porfirio.shanahan says:

    1 star
    Followed the recipe, but my meatballs fell apart. Sad face. Bad experience.

  13. 2 stars
    My mom made this when I was a kid, but she never used rice. Does it really need it?

    1. User avatar Loonquawl and Phouchg says:

      5 stars
      I think the rice helps bind everything together! Maybe your mom had her own way of doing it. 😊

  14. User avatar Dwarven Shpere says:

    3 stars
    Meh, was just okay. Maybe I mixed the spices wrong?

    1. User avatar colton.daniel says:

      4 stars
      Don’t be too hard on yourself! Spice mixes can be tricky. Maybe adjust the salt next time? I loved it!

  15. User avatar theron.kovacek2013 says:

    5 stars
    Yummy. Meatballs are good. I put a lot of mint! So nice! πŸ˜‹

    1. User avatar carlton.luettgen20 says:

      5 stars
      I love that you added mint! It really gives it a fresh taste. Mint with meatballs is a game changer! 🌟

    2. User avatar hershel.nikolaus says:

      2 stars
      Mint in meatballs? That’s weird. I don’t think I would like that at all. πŸ€”

  16. User avatar jarrett.schneider89 says:

    2 stars
    This was too complicated for me… I give up on cooking!

  17. User avatar theodore.bayer32 says:

    5 stars
    Delicious! Will impress guests for sure!

  18. User avatar ellsworth.swift53 says:

    5 stars
    This is the best recipe I’ve ever tried! The flavors are amazing!

  19. User avatar petra.boyer says:

    5 stars
    Looks delicious! Can’t wait to try this on the weekend. 🀀

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