Description
Turkish meatballs in yogurt sauce, also known as ‘Köfte in Yoğurtlu Sos,’ is a savory dish made of spiced meatballs served in a creamy yogurt sauce. This flavorful dish is a perfect combination of tender meatballs and a tangy yogurt-based sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or lamb)
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1 small onion, grated
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for the yogurt sauce)
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced (for the yogurt sauce)
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint or dried mint (optional, for the yogurt sauce)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, grated onion, egg, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, black pepper, salt, and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and set them aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs in batches until golden brown on all sides and cooked through (about 8-10 minutes). Remove the meatballs and set aside on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- In a separate small pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the yogurt, stirring until smooth and heated through.
- Add the cooked meatballs into the yogurt sauce and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the meatballs to absorb some of the sauce flavors.
- Serve the meatballs in yogurt sauce hot, garnished with fresh mint (if using) and a sprinkle of paprika for extra flavor.
Notes
- Serve with a side of rice or flatbread to soak up the yogurt sauce.
- If you prefer a spicier version, you can add red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture or the yogurt sauce.
- This dish can also be served with a simple salad of cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions for a refreshing contrast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Turkish meatballs, yogurt sauce, Köfte, Turkish yogurt dish, meatballs in yogurt