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Armenian Steak Tartare Chee Kufta Recipe

Discover the tantalizing flavors of Aunt Sophie's Chee Kufta, an Armenian steak tartare that's both incredibly delicious and surprisingly easy to make! This authentic recipe uses ultra-lean ground beef, finely ground twice for ultimate texture. The secret? A vigorous 5-minute kneading process ensures a safe and incredibly flavorful dish. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this unique and exciting take on steak tartare. Perfect served with pita bread or crusty French bread!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 56.8 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Armenian Steak Tartare Chee Kufta

  • 1 pound very finely ground extra-lean beef
  • 1 cup fine bulgur wheat
  • 1 1/4 cups cold water
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce (alternative to tomato paste)
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup green onions, 1/2 cup finely diced red onion (plus more for garnish)
  • 1 cup fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
  • Quantity not specified in recipe

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How to Make Armenian Steak Tartare Chee Kufta

  1. Finely chop 1 cup of fresh parsley, 1/2 cup of green onions, and 1/2 cup of finely diced red onion. Combine these vegetables with 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves in a small bowl and mix well.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of the chopped vegetable mixture from step 1 with 1 cup of fine bulgur wheat, 1 1/4 cups of cold water, 1/4 cup of tomato paste (or 1/2 cup of tomato sauce), and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Mix well and let stand for 10 minutes to allow the bulgur to absorb the liquid.
  4. Add 1 pound of very finely ground (twice-ground) extra-lean beef to the bowl. Gently blend the meat into the bulgur mixture.
  5. Knead the mixture vigorously for 5 minutes, moistening your hands with cold water as needed to prevent sticking. This step is crucial for both texture and food safety.
  6. Taste the mixture and adjust the salt as needed.
  7. Shape the mixture into small patties or flatten them with a fork, creating a rustic presentation.
  8. Arrange the Chee Kufta on a platter.
  9. Garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley and green onions.
  10. Serve immediately with warm pita bread or crusty French bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

0g

Carbs

4g

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