Mangu

qofte

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Qofte is a traditional dish from the Balkan region, particularly popular in Albania. It consists of ground meat, typically beef, lamb, or pork, mixed with various spices and sometimes onions or garlic. The mixture is shaped into small patties or balls and then grilled or fried. Qofte is often served with bread, salad, or yogurt.

bread crumbs

salt

garlic

olive oil

water

beef

black pepper

dried mint

dried oregano

egg

ground lamb

onion

Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground lamb or beef

  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced

  • 1 cup bread crumbs

  • 1 egg

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • 1/2 tsp dried mint

  • 1/2 cup water

  • Olive oil for frying


Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, chopped onion, minced garlic, bread crumbs, egg, salt, pepper, oregano, and mint.

  2. Add the water a little at a time while mixing the ingredients until everything is well combined.

  3. Shape the mixture into small, flat patties.

  4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  5. Fry the patties in the hot oil until they are golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.

  6. Remove the patties from the skillet and drain them on paper towels.

  7. Serve the Qofte hot with your choice of side dishes.