Air Fryer Beef Kofta Kabobs with Tzatziki

I came up with these air fryer beef kofta kabobs when I had a craving for kofta but it was pouring down rain. It is so easy to prepare and the air fryer gives it a nice grill-like char. If you are using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes before adding the meat.

skewered kofta kabobs with tzatziki sauce on white square platter with yellow-orange napkin, cucumber slices, and bowl of yellow rice
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
8 servings
Yield:
8 kabobs
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings servings

Beef Kofta Kabobs:

  • 1 pound ground beef

  • 1/4 cup minced yellow onion

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 8 (6-inch) skewers

Tzatziki:

  • 1 cup plain greek yogurt

  • 1/2 cup grated cucumber, squeezed dry with paper towels

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • 1/4 teaspoon dried dill

  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

  1. Place ground beef, onion, parsley, 2 cloves minced garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, and cinnamon in a large bowl. Mix until evenly combined.

  2. Divide mixture into 8 portions and form into oval-shaped patties around the skewers, making sure the point of the skewer is covered. Place kabobs on a plate and place in the refrigerator.

  3. Preheat an air fryer to 370 degrees F (188 degrees C).

  4. Meanwhile, stir yogurt, cucumber, 1 clove minced garlic, dill, and Kosher salt together in a small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.

  5. Place 4 kabobs in the basket of the air fryer. Cook for 10 minutes. Transfer kabobs to a plate. Repeat with remaining kabobs. Serve with tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

180 Calories
10g Fat
3g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 180
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 4g 19%
Cholesterol 52mg 17%
Sodium 368mg 16%
Total Carbohydrate 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 19g 37%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 60mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 302mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.