Light rice kofta is one of the most beloved Eastern dishes, combining a delicious taste with a soft texture. It is easy to prepare, made with simple ingredients, and considered both economical and nutritious. Its balanced flavor makes it a perfect main dish for lunch, especially when served in a rich tomato sauce.
⏱ Cooking Time
40 minutes
👨👩👧 Serves
4 people
🧾 Ingredients
For the tomato sauce:
4 tomatoes (grated) or ½ cup tomato sauce
1 onion (chopped)
1 clove garlic (minced)
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp oil
1 cup water
A pinch of sugar (to reduce acidity)
For the kofta:
500 g ground meat
½ cup rice (soaked for 15 minutes)
1 small onion (finely chopped)
1 clove garlic (minced)
2 tbsp parsley (chopped)
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
A pinch of mixed spices
½ tsp baking soda
2 tbsp oil (for frying)
👩🍳 Method
In a food processor, mix the ground meat with rice, onion, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, baking soda, and spices until well combined.
Shape the mixture into small, equal-sized balls.
Heat oil in a pan and lightly fry the kofta balls for 3–4 minutes until they firm up, then set aside.
To prepare the sauce: heat oil in a pot, add onion and sauté until soft.
Add garlic and tomatoes (or tomato sauce), and stir well.
Add salt, pepper, sugar, and water. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes.
Add the kofta balls to the sauce, cover the pot, and cook on low heat for 20–25 minutes until fully cooked and flavors are well combined.
🍽 Serving Suggestion
Serve hot with fresh bread or white rice, and garnish with chopped parsley for extra flavor and color.
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