Turkey Kofta
Servings: 12 kofta
Ingredients
For the turkey kofta
- 500 g lean turkey mince
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp gluten free breadxcrumbs
- 1 onion (very finely diced)
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped mint
- Salt and black pepper
- Chilli power (optional - I like to add half a teaspoon)
For the dairy free tzatziki
- 200 ml dairy free plain yoghurt
- 1/2 a cucumber (grated and all the water squeezed out)
- 1 teaspoon fresh chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon fresh chopped mint
- Salt and black pepper
- 1/2 a lemon (juice)
Serve with (optional)
- Crispy potatoes or chips
- Salad of choice
- Gluten free flat bread or pitta
Instructions
Make the kofta
- To a large mixing bowl add your turkey mince, egg, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, paprika, parsley, mint, chilli, salt and pepper. Mix really well until everything is combined.
- Roll into 12 kofta using your hands to form an egg shape. Place in the fridge for half an hour to firm up.
- Cook in the oven (for around 20 minutes, until cooked through) or air fryer (for around 15 minutes, until cooked through).
Make the tzatziki
- In a bowl mix your dairy free yoghurt with grated cucumber (ensure all of the water has been squeezed out of the cucumber), parsley, mint, salt, pepper and lemon juice. Set aside.
- Serve the kofta with homemade chips or potatoes, salad and gluten free flat breads.