These lentil-and-bulgur patties are a traditional Armenian specialty. They’re popular year-round, but especially during Armenian Lent (which ended this week), when all animal products are verboten.

Bring the smoke and savor of Turkish street food home with these recipes for beef, lamb and vegetarian köfte, plus spicy sauces and sides, from the new book “Istanbul & Beyond.” ...

For the kofta, mix together minced meat, bread crumbs, milk, and other ingredients in a bowl. Take a portion of the mix and shape it into tiny barrels or small disc according to your preference.

WHAT'S A GOOD match for lamb kofte, the Middle Eastern meatball of minced lamb? Another chef might go with pita, perhaps a dollop of yogurt—classic accompaniments. But Jessica Koslow has other ...

Bison Kofte with Eucalyptus and Prune 2 lbs ground bison 1 large minced onion 8 tsp kofta baharati (a spice blend you can purchase at Kalustyan's; alternately, use any meatball spice mix you ...

These Middle Eastern-style kofte meatballs are a doddle to make and perfect for the barbecue. Serve in a pitta with tzatziki. Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4. Alternatively, light the barbecue ...

The cig kofte from Komagene is prepared to exceptionally high standards. Bulgur, ground in stone mills, is mixed with renowned isot from Kahramanmaraş and 21 other spices, augmented with walnuts ...

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Make sure oil is not too hot, or kofte will brown before pastry is cooked. Deep-fry kofte, in batches, for 4–5 minutes or until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towel and serve with lemon wedges.

Beyond kofte, Nefista offers herbed chickpeas in wraps and bowls, hummus in pita and, for dessert, baklava. Almost everything on the menu is less than $10. Nefista is at 91 East Main St., East ...

These vegan chickpea burgers freeze well for up to four weeks. Simply wrap each uncooked burger in foil and place in a freezer bag. Cook from frozen, adding an extra 2 minutes on each side.