Lebanese-Style Beef Kabobs with Cucumber-Tomato Salad & Paprika Yogurt

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 03:36:27 GMT

Step 1

If using wooden skewers, place 4 skewers in a shallow dish of water to soak until you are ready to use them.

Step 2

Peel and mince the garlic; transfer to a medium bowl.

Step 3

Peel the onion. Thinly slice half of the onion and add to the bowl with the garlic. Mince remaining onion and place in a separate, medium bowl.

Step 4

Add vinegar and salt to the bowl with the thinly sliced onion and garlic; stir to combine, then set aside to marinate.

Step 5

Wash and dry the fresh produce.

Step 6

Shave parsley leaves off the stems; discard the stems and mince the leaves. Add half of the parsley to the bowl with the marinating onions.

Step 7

Add remaining parsley, ground beef, and spices to the bowl with the minced onion; mix with your hands until well combined.

Step 8

Using a ¼ cup measure, form the beef mixture into 8 short, sausage-like shapes, approximately 3-inches long; thread 2 onto each skewer. (Alternatively, you can cook directly on the grill/skillet without using skewers.)

Step 9

Place kabobs closely together on a baking sheet pan. Drizzle oil over the kabobs, then rotate the kabobs to coat in a thin layer of oil.

Step 10

Heat a grill pan, outdoor grill, or skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 11

Meanwhile, combine yogurt, paprika, and salt in a small bowl and whisk to combine; set aside.

Step 12

Coat the grill or skillet with oil; place kabobs on the grill, rotating every 2½-3 minutes, until browned and cooked through, 10-12 minutes. Transfer to a plate and loosely cover with foil.

Step 13

Peel and medium dice the cucumber; medium dice the tomatoes. Add both to the bowl with the marinated onions.

Step 14

Add oil, salt, and pepper to the bowl with the tomato and cucumber; stir to combine the salad.

Step 15

To serve, divide salad and kabobs between plates. Enjoy with paprika yogurt on the side!

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