Egyptian Apricot Sauce For Kofta Recipe

Elevate your kofta and more with this vibrant Egyptian Apricot Sauce from Colette Rossant! This remarkably easy recipe transforms simple apricots into a luscious sauce perfect for grilled lamb, roasted vegetables, or as a delightful vegetarian addition to any meal. Using dried Turkish apricots (which often require minimal soaking) speeds up prep time, or soak regular apricots for ultimate softness. Get ready for a burst of flavor in just minutes!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 246 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Egyptian Apricot Sauce For Kofta

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How to Make Egyptian Apricot Sauce For Kofta

  1. Soak 1 cup dried apricots in 1 cup warm water for at least 2 hours, or until soft. (If using soft Turkish apricots, skip this step or reduce soaking time).
  2. Drain the apricots, reserving about ¼ cup of the soaking liquid.
  3. Combine the drained apricots, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander, and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a food processor. Process until a coarse paste forms.
  4. With the food processor running, gradually add 1 cup chicken stock (or vegetable stock for a vegetarian version) and the reserved soaking liquid. Process until completely smooth.
  5. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Transfer the apricot mixture to a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, for 5 minutes.
  7. Serve warm over your favorite kofta, grilled lamb, roasted vegetables, or as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

122g

Fat

6g

Carbs

14g