Kofte and Hummus Platter Recipe

Ingredients:

• For the meatballs:
• 1/2 large onion, grated or finely chopped
• 1 pound ground beef or lamb
• 2 Tbsp minced garlic (approx 6 cloves)
• 1/2 cup roughly chopped flat-leaf parsley
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon sumac (optional)
• 3 Tbsp Metropolitan Market Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• To serve:
• 2 cups hummus
• 1 package Metropolitan Market Greek Pita Bread
• Garnishes:
• chopped parsley, crispy fried onions (see Cook’s Tips)

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, place all the meatball ingredients except olive oil. Using your hands, mix everything together until thoroughly incorporated.
2. Form mixture into small ovals or balls the size of a golf ball. If you have time, allow meatballs to rest in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
3. In a large sauté pan, heat 3 Tbsp of olive oil. Add meatballs, shaking often, until cooked through and browned on all sides (8-10 minutes). For oven instructions, see Cook’s Tips.
4. In a shallow bowl, spread the hummus. Arrange meatballs on top, and garnish with chopped parsley and fried onions. Serve with warm pita.
5. Cook’s Tips:
6. To bake the meatballs: Pre-heat oven to 350°F. Spread meatballs on a non-stick sheet pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until browned and cooked thoroughly.
7. Find crispy fried onions, such as Lars Own or French’s, in the grocery department.