Crispy Beef Kofta Flatbreads with Tzatziki

Crispy homemade flatbreads topped with a thin layer of spiced beef, pan-fried until golden, then finished with cool tzatziki and fresh salad for a quick, flavour-packed meal.

Details

Prep Time	25 minutes
Cook Time	20 minutes
Servings	4
Difficulty	Easy

Equipment

• Large mixing bowl
• Medium mixing bowl
• Box grater
• Garlic press or fine grater
• Chopping board
• Sharp knife
• Kitchen scales
• Measuring spoons
• Rolling pin
• Large non-stick frying pan
• Spatula
• Clean tea towel

Ingredients

For the Beef

• 500g beef mince (5% fat recommended)
• 1 small onion, finely grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp chilli flakes (optional)
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Tzatziki

• 150g Greek yogurt
• ½ cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
• 1 clove garlic, finely grated
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp fresh dill or mint, finely chopped (optional)
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste

For the Flatbreads

• 250g plain flour, plus extra for dusting
• 150g Greek yogurt
• 1½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp olive oil (optional)

To Serve

• Shredded lettuce
• 2 tomatoes, diced or sliced
• ½ red onion, thinly sliced
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

Make the Tzatziki

1. Grate the cucumber and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
2. Mix the Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, salt and pepper until combined.
3. Chill in the fridge until ready to serve.

Make the Flatbreads

1. Mix the flour, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.
2. Add the Greek yogurt and olive oil.
3. Knead until a smooth dough forms.
4. Rest the dough for 15–20 minutes under a clean tea towel.
5. Divide the dough into four equal pieces.
6. Roll each piece into a circle approximately 20–22cm wide.
7. Heat a dry non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.
8. Cook each flatbread for 1–2 minutes per side until puffed and lightly charred.
9. Keep the cooked flatbreads covered with a clean tea towel.

Prepare the Beef

1. Combine all of the beef ingredients in a large bowl until just mixed.
2. Divide the mixture into four equal portions.

Cook the Beef Flatbreads

1. Spread one portion of the raw beef mixture evenly over one side of a cooked flatbread.
2. Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
3. Place the flatbread into the pan with the beef side facing down.
4. Cook for 4–5 minutes until the beef is browned and cooked through.
5. Flip the flatbread and cook for 30–60 seconds to warm the bread.

Assemble

1. Spread tzatziki over the cooked beef.
2. Top with lettuce, tomato and red onion.
3. Finish with a squeeze of lemon.
4. Fold the flatbread in half and serve immediately.

Storage

• Fridge: Store cooked beef flatbreads and tzatziki separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze the cooked beef flatbreads for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge and reheat in a frying pan or oven at 180°C / 160°C fan until hot. Tzatziki is not suitable for freezing.