Ingredients

• 500 gms (1.11 lbs) ground beef
• 1 onion
• 50 gms (0.11 lb) fresh parsley
• 1 tsp ground allspice
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsps olive oil
• 400 gms (0.89 lb) chickpeas
• 60 mls (0.25 cup) tahini
• 60 mls (0.25 cup) lemon juice
• 2 garlic cloves
• 100 gms (0.22 lb) cooked bulgur
• 20 gms (0.04 lb) fresh mint
• 200 gms (0.44 lb) fresh tomatoes
• 100 gms (0.22 lb) cucumber
• 3 tbsps olive oil (for Tabbouleh)
• 3 tbsps lemon juice (for Tabbouleh)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped onion, chopped parsley, allspice, black pepper, cumin, and salt. Mix well.
3. Shape the beef mixture into long sausage-like shapes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Brush the Kafta with olive oil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked.
5. While the Kafta is baking, prepare the hummus. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Blend until smooth. Add water if needed to achieve a creamy consistency.
6. For the Tabbouleh, combine cooked bulgur, finely chopped parsley, mint, diced tomatoes, and cucumber in a large bowl.
7. Dress the Tabbouleh with olive oil and lemon juice, and season with salt to taste.
8. Serve the Kafta hot, alongside hummus and fresh Tabbouleh.

Notes

• Kafta is a Lebanese dish made from ground beef mixed with parsley, onions, and spices.
• Hummus and Tabbouleh are traditional side dishes served with Kafta.