Standout Wyoming Chef Shares Easy Kofta Recipe

3 Cloves Garlic

1⁄4 Cup Fine Bulgur Wheat or Quinoa

1 1⁄2 Tsp. Kosher Salt

3 Tbs. Harissa Paste
1

Tsp. Ground Cumin

1⁄2 Bunch Flat Leaf Parsley, Chopped Fine

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the bulgur wheat with 1⁄4 cup of warm water and set aside. If using quinoa, follow box instructions to cook, then set aside to cool.

Peel and dice onion and garlic and pulse about 8-10 times in the food processor until the purée is wet. Move the purée to a fine strainer and set over a container to catch liquids as they drain off the mixture. After about 10 minutes, lightly press the mixture with a spatula to push out remaining liquid.

In a medium mixing bowl, add the onion purée, chopped parsley, cumin and a few grinds of black pepper, about 1⁄2 teaspoon. In the container with the onion water, add salt and harissa paste and stir to incorporate.

Using your hands, combine everything together and massage until well mixed and smooth. Form into oblong shaped balls and grill over high heat until medium or to your liking.

Makes about 10 patties – Serves 4

Dan Janjigian grew up in Westwood, Mass. and has lived in Jackson Hole for the last 15 years. He works as a catering chef and was recently voted “Best Chef” in the 2020 Best of JH competition. When he is not cooking he spends his time exploring the Teton mountain range where he works as a backcountry ski guide in the winter months. https://bestofjacksonhole.com/business/dan-janjigian-jiggy/