RECIPES

Beef Kefta with quinoa tabbouleh and Za’atar dressing

Embark on a flavour journey with our Beef Kefta. These flavourful and juicy meatballs are served with refreshing quinoa tabbouleh and a Za’atar dressing that enhances the flavours. Za’atar, an iconic spice blend in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, has its roots in the ancient Levantine region. Commonly composed of thyme, sesame, sumac, and other herbs, this versatile seasoning has been cherished for centuries for its distinctive flavour and its connection to the rich culinary history of the region.

Preparation time

Temps de preparació

Dificultat

Difficulty

Ingredients

  • Lemon
  • Japanese chive
  • Quinoa
  • Garlic
  • Tahini (Sesame)
  • Red cabbage
  • Ground beef
  • Parsley
  • Tomato
  • Za'atar (Sesame)

Necessary utensils

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Pot
  • Frying pan
  • Squeezer
  • Bowl

Nutritional information (every 100 grams)

Calories112,9 Kcal
Fat5,46 g
of which saturated fat1,61 g
Carbohydrates8,97 g
of which sugar2,54 g
Proteins7,17 g
Salt0,14 g

Preparation time

Difficulty

Ingredients

  • Lemon
  • Japanese chive
  • Quinoa
  • Garlic
  • Tahini (Sesame)
  • Red cabbage
  • Ground beef
  • Parsley
  • Tomato
  • Za'atar (Sesame)

Necessary utensils

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Pot
  • Frying pan
  • Squeezer
  • Bowl

Nutritional information (every 100 grams)

Calories112,9 Kcal
Fat5,46 g
of which saturated fat1,61 g
Carbohydrates8,97 g
of which sugar2,54 g
Proteins7,17 g
Salt0,14 g

Cooking step by step

Cooking
step by step

The quinoa:

Place 2 parts of water per 1 part of quinoa in a pot.
Season with salt and cook covered over low heat for approximately 12-15 minutes, until the water has been absorbed. Set aside, covered, in the same pot. 

La quinoa - Kefta de ternera

Mis en place:

Squeeze lemon.
Dice tomato.
Chop parsley.
Slice scallion at an angle.
Chop red cabbage.
Mince garlic. 

The kefta:

In a bowl, mix minced meat, half of the sacllion, half of the garlic, and Za’atar (reserve 5ml / one teaspoon for the dressing). Season with salt and pepper. Work the mixture with your hands and shape into oval meatballs.
Heat a dash of oil in a frying pan over medium heat and fry for 4-6 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Set aside.

The dressing:

In a bowl, place tahini, the remaining garlic, the remaining Za’atar, half of the lemon juice, water (the same amount as tahini), and a dash of olive oil.
Season with salt and pepper.
Mix well and set aside. 

The tabbouleh:

In a bowl, combine quinoa, parsley, red cabbage, tomato, remaining lemon juice, half of the remaining scallion, and a dash of olive oil.
Season with salt and pepper. Mix all the ingredients well.

Your meal:

Divide the tabbouleh among the plates and place the kefta on top. Add the dressing and finish with a sprinkle of scallion. 

Tu plato - Kefta de ternera

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