Kofta bil Tahini (Jordanian Baked Herb Beef Medallions & Potato Slices in Lemon-Tahini Sauce) – Authentic Jordan Recipe
Amman family favorite baking spiced kofta and potatoes in a rich, bubbling lemon-garlic tahini sauce.
- Country of Origin
- 🇯🇴 Jordan (Middle East, Asia)
- Dietary Profile
- omnivore
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Parsley-and-onion spiced beef kofta patties, Golden potato slices, Roasted tomatoes and pine nuts, Velvety sesame tahini-lemon sauce, Allspice
Ingredients for Kofta bil Tahini (Jordanian Baked Herb Beef Medallions & Potato Slices in Lemon-Tahini Sauce) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) parsley-and-onion spiced beef kofta patties, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups golden potato slices, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup roasted tomatoes and pine nuts
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with velvety sesame tahini-lemon sauce
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Jordan seasoning (allspice, cinnamon, garlic)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, velvety sesame tahini-lemon sauce, and allspice, cinnamon, garlic for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine parsley-and-onion spiced beef kofta patties and golden potato slices with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with roasted tomatoes and pine nuts and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.