Spicy chicken koftas

Author: Sarah Swain - Food writer, stylist and recipe creator

First published: Feb 2010

Serves: 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

More weights & measures

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 coriandercilantroX, 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)

Calories 383cal

Kilojoules 1600kJ

Protein 31g

Total fat 18g

–Saturated fat 5g

Carbohydrates 25g

–Sugars 10g

Dietary fibre 7g

Sodium 370mg

Calcium 150mg

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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