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Serves: 4
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BULGARIA
Kufteh (aka kafta, kofta, koefta) generally refers to grilled ground lamb kebabs or meatballs popular throughout the Arab world. But in Bulgaria, the term describes a meat patty similar to a hamburger. The lamb used in Muslim countries gives way to ground pork and veal in Bulgaria-an exceptionally flavorful combination of meats. Kufteh and kebabche (the same mixture formed into a sausage shape) are popular enough to qualify as the national snack in Bulgaria, where they’re served with crusty rolls or country-style bread and tomato salad.
_ oz veal round steaks, ground
_ oz ground pork
_ onion, small, minced
_ tbs parsley, minced fresh
_ tsp salt, or more to taste
___ tsp cumin, ground (generous 1/2 teaspoon), or more to taste
___ tsp black pepper, freshly ground, or more to taste
1. Preheat the grill to high.
2. Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir to mix with a wooden spoon. To test the mixture for seasoning, sauté a teaspoon of it in a nonstick skillet until cooked through, then taste, adding salt, pepper, or cumin to the remaining mixture as necessary; the mixture should be highly seasoned.
3. Divide the meat into 4 equal portions. Lightly wet your hands with cold water, then form each portion into a patty 3 inches across and about 3/4 inch thick (see Note).
4. When ready to cook, oil the grill grate. Arrange the burgers on the hot grate and grill, turning with a spatula, until nicely browned on both sides and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Serve immediately.
Serves 4
Note: If not planning to cook immediately, place on a large plate, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and refrigerate.
Recipe from The Barbecue! Bible by Steven Raichlen Copyright 2009 by Steven Raichlen. All rights reserved. Used by permission of Workman Publishing.
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