Grilled Beef and Lamb Patties

Juicy beef-and-lamb patties seasoned simply with onion, cumin, black pepper, and day-old bread.

By Moow Editorial ·

Grilled Turkish köfte patties on a serving plate
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  • Knead the meat mixture until tacky, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour so the köfte hold together on the grill.

At a glance

Read through the method once, then prep the ingredients in the order listed.

  • Yield: 24 pieces
  • Prep time: 30 minutes
  • Cook time: 15 minutes
For the most consistent result, use the listed weights when available; household measures are rounded.

Estimated nutrition per serving

Serving basis: One serving from the final reviewed yield of 24 pieces.

  • Calories: 60 kcal
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 1 g
  • Fat: 4 g
  • Fiber: <1 g
  • Sodium: 73 mg
Estimated from the listed ingredients and serving yield using USDA FoodData Central. Actual values vary with brands, substitutions, cooking losses, oil absorption, and portion size.

Ingredients

Have these measured and ready before you begin.

  • 600 g (21.2 oz) medium-fat ground beef-and-lamb blend
  • 1 slice soft interior from day-old bread
  • 1 small yellow onion
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Directions

1. Combine the ground meat, egg, grated onion, bread, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.

2. Knead until the mixture becomes cohesive. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

3. With damp hands, shape walnut-size portions into flat patties.

4. Lightly oil and preheat a grill pan or grill. Cook the patties in batches, turning as needed, until browned and the centers reach 160°F (71°C).

5. Serve hot.

Sources

  1. USDA FoodData Central — April 2026 data release

Contains eggs and wheat. Cook ground beef and lamb to 160°F (71°C), avoid cross-contamination, and refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

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