Beef Koftas with Saffron Yoghurt
Beef koftas with saffron yoghurt are succulent minced beef skewers infused with cumin, coriander and allspice, served with a silky saffron yoghurt dip. The Thermomix TM7 blends the spiced mince evenly in seconds and stirs the yoghurt sauce to a lump-free consistency, making this barbecue favourite easy any night of the week.
About this recipe
Beef Koftas with Saffron Yoghurt Thermomix TM7 bring the aromas of a Middle Eastern barbecue straight to your kitchen. These recipes work brilliantly with the all-in-one kitchen machine because the spiced mince mixture needs thorough, even blending: beef mince, ground cumin, coriander, allspice and fresh herbs are combined into a uniform paste in seconds, so every skewer tastes identical. The real luxury is the saffron yoghurt: plain yoghurt infused with saffron threads is stirred to a silky, lump-free dip that cools the warmly spiced beef. Whether you grill the skewers on the barbecue in summer or under the oven grill for a quick weeknight dinner, the koftas stay juicy inside thanks to the finely chopped onion distributed evenly through the meat. Serve them with flatbread and a fresh salad for a complete main course that looks festive yet takes minimal effort.
Preparation tips
- Soak the wooden skewers for at least half an hour before shaping the koftas, otherwise they can scorch under the grill or on the barbecue and splinter inside the meat.
- Shape the beef mixture around the skewers with damp hands so the mince adheres evenly and the koftas hold their shape; press firmly but avoid overworking the meat for a juicy result.
- Serve the saffron yoghurt well chilled: stir it just before the koftas come off the grill and garnish with extra fresh coriander leaves and a pinch of saffron threads for a festive finish.
Recipe variations
- Lactose-free version: replace the plain yoghurt with a lactose-free or coconut-based yoghurt alternative; the saffron still infuses beautifully and the dip stays silky alongside the spiced beef koftas.
- Lamb and mint variation: swap the beef mince for lamb and add chopped fresh mint to the mixture; serve with the same saffron yoghurt for a Greek-inspired summer barbecue twist.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- The built-in scale weighs the beef mince and spices directly in the bowl for consistently seasoned koftas.
- Chopping the onions finely in seconds releases their juices evenly into the beef mixture without watery chunks.
- The TM7 mixes the minced beef with coriander, cumin and allspice into a uniform blend for juicy skewers.
- Whipping the saffron yoghurt with fresh herbs creates a silky, lump-free dip while the koftas rest.
- Kneading the spiced mince mixture briefly gives the koftas a firm texture that stays on the skewers.
Ingredients
- fresh coriander leaves
- fresh flat-leaf parsley
- onions
- beef mince
- ground coriander
- ground cumin
- paprika
- fine sea salt
- ground allspice
- ground black pepper