Kadin Budu Kofta, also known as Lady's Thigh meatballs, is a classic Turkish dish that combines minced meat with rice and spices to create tender and flavorful meatballs. This recipe will guide you through the steps to make these delicious Turkish meatballs that are perfect for a hearty dinner or a special occasion. Serve them with a side of yogurt sauce and enjoy the authentic flavors of Turkish cuisine.
Ingredients
- 500g ground beef or lamb
- 1/2 cup cooked rice
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 onion, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- Oil for frying
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef or lamb, cooked rice, breadcrumbs, grated onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, chopped parsley, and beaten eggs. Mix everything together until well combined.
- Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into oval-shaped meatballs resembling the shape of a lady's thigh.
- Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Fry the meatballs in batches until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the cooked meatballs from the pan and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Serve the Kadin Budu Kofta hot with a side of yogurt sauce, rice pilaf, and salad. Enjoy!
