Chicken and Beef Kofta Sandwiches

Discover the ultimate fusion sandwich with flavors that dance across your palate. This Chicken and Beef Kofta Sandwich is a delightful combination of juicy, spiced patties tucked inside a comforting roll. Perfect for a family meal or a cozy evening at home, these sandwiches are not just meals—they're experiences.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Kofta:
🍗 2 pounds ground chicken
🧅 1 small onion
🧄 3 cloves garlic
🌿 1 cup parsley
🌶️ 1/2 red bell pepper
🧂 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon
🌿 1 tablespoon Sazón con todo
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🧂 1 teaspoon black pepper
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika

For the Beef Kofta:
🥩 2 pounds ground beef
🧅 1 small onion
🧄 3 cloves garlic
🌶️ 1/2 red bell pepper
🧂 1 tablespoon salt
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
🌿 1 teaspoon allspice
🧂 1 teaspoon black pepper

For Serving:
🥖 Sandwich rolls or pita bread
🥔 Optional: Fried potatoes or sides of choice

Instructions

1- Prepare the Aromatics:

• Place the onion, garlic, parsley, and red bell pepper into a food processor.
• Blend until you achieve a finely chopped consistency.

2- Mix the Chicken Kofta:

• In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken with the blended aromatics.
• Add chicken bouillon, Sazón con todo, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and paprika.
• Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.

3- Mix the Beef Kofta:

• In another bowl, combine the ground beef with the blended aromatics.
• Add salt, paprika, cayenne pepper, allspice, and black pepper.
• Mix thoroughly until well combined.

4- Form the Patties:

• Using your hands, shape the chicken and beef mixture into small, even-sized patties.

5- Cook the Kofta Patties:

• Heat a bit of oil in a skillet over medium heat.
• Fry the chicken and beef patties separately until they are cooked through and browned on both sides—about 4-5 minutes per side.
• Remove from the skillet and let them rest on a plate.

6- Assemble the Sandwiches:

• Lightly toast the sandwich rolls or pita bread.
• Place a few kofta patties inside the bread and serve with optional fried potatoes or your favorite sides.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6-8 sandwiches
Calories: 450-500
Protein: 28g
Fats: 25g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Equipment: Food processor, skillet, spatula

Cooking Tips

• Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet to ensure even cooking.

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Chicken and Beef Kofta Sandwich