Kafta

Kafta (also spelled kofta and kufta) is a type of Lebanese kebab or meatball made with ground meat, onions, parsley, and spices. It is widely used in the Middle East, Central Asia, the Balkans, the South Caucasus, and the Indian subcontinent.

Kafta recipes vary, but it's typically made with ground meat – usually beef or lamb – finely chopped parsley, onions, black pepper, salt, and seven spice. The mixture is then formed into patties or skewered before being grilled with tomatoes, onions, and potatoes over charcoal. It's usually served with rice or pita bread and hummus, fattoush, or tabbouleh.

The most common way to prepare Lebanese kafta is to grill it, but it can also be prepared in other ways. It can be sautéed, cooked in stews, stuffed into pitas (arayes), or eaten raw.