Spicy chicken koftas
Reviewed by our expert panelServes: 4 (makes 8)
Time to make: 20 mins , plus overnight marinating, if preferred
Total cost: $16.80 / $4.20 per serve
(at time of publication)
Ingredients
- 8 wooden skewers, presoaked in cold water
- Koftas
- 450g chicken mince
- ½ cup couscous
- ½ onion, very finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh coriander, finely chopped
- ½ lemon, juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 2 tablespoons sweet chilli sauce
- olive spray oil
- 8 cups garden salad with a little vinaigrette
- 8 tablespoons raita (cucumber and yoghurt dip)
Instructions
1 To make koftas, place all kofta ingredients in a large bowl. Mix well to ensure ingredients are distributed evenly through the mince. You may find it easier to use your hands.
2 Divide mixture into 8 even-sized portions and form into sausage shapes. Chill overnight in a sealed container if you prefer.
3 Thread koftas on skewers and spray with oil. Barbecue for 6-7 minutes, turning once to ensure even cooking.
Serve 4 Serve koftas with a squeeze of lime or lemon (if you prefer), salad and raita.
Variations
Nutrition Info (per serve)
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Calories 383cal
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Kilojoules 1600kJ
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Protein 31g
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Total fat 18g
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–Saturated fat 5g
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Carbohydrates 25g
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–Sugars 10g
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Dietary fibre 7g
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Sodium 370mg
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Calcium 150mg
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Iron 3mg
Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.
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