Air Fryer Beef Koftas
Ready in about 32 minutes.
Updated 7 September 2026
Spiced beef koftas moulded around skewers cook up juicy and fragrant in the air fryer. Warm cumin and coriander perfume the minced beef, while the circulating heat gives a lovely browned crust, perfect stuffed into pittas with yogurt.
Ingredients
- 500 g minced beef
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Small handful of parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
Method
- 1Squeeze excess liquid from the grated onion, then mix with the beef and all the seasonings.
- 2Knead well until sticky, then mould the mixture around skewers into sausage shapes.
- 3Chill the koftas for 15 minutes to help them hold together.
- 4Preheat the air fryer to 190°C (375°F) for 3 minutes.
- 5Cook for 10-14 minutes, flipping halfway, until browned and cooked to 71°C (160°F).
- 6Rest briefly, then serve with flatbreads and a dollop of yogurt.
Tips for the best results
- Chilling the shaped koftas firms them up so they do not slide off the skewers.
- Grated rather than chopped onion melts into the mix and keeps the koftas moist.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer beef koftas?+
Cook at 190°C / 375°F for 10-14 min, flip halfway.