🍝 Soft Kefta Meatballs in the Air Fryer (20 min) – Quick Recipe

Jan 11, 2026Lou0 comments

By Lou Neary Kitchen Expert • Updated June 18, 2024

🍝 Soft kefta balls in the Air Fryer: sunshine on your plate in 20 minutes!
Discover how to get perfectly golden and incredibly juicy meatballs without using a single drop of frying oil. A healthy, quick, and ultra-flavorful recipe.

💡 Why cook your meatballs in an Air Fryer?

Traditionally, kefta requires a lot of oil to prevent sticking, which can make the dish heavy. The Air Fryer uses convection to create a thin, crispy crust that seals in the juices. The result? A tender meatball that never dries out. It's the ideal method for healthy and delicious weeknight meals.

🛒 Ingredients

⏱️ 10 min prep

For 4 people

🥩 500g Minced Meat

🧅 1 medium onion

🧄 2 cloves of garlic

🌿 1 Coriander/Parsley

🌶️ 1 Ras el hanout

🍽️ Preparation steps

1. The mixture: In a bowl, mix the meat with the grated onion, pressed garlic, chopped herbs, spices, salt and pepper. Mix well to distribute the aromas.

2. Shaping: Form balls the size of a walnut. Moisten your hands to prevent the meat from sticking.

3. Cooking: Preheat to 200°C. Place the meatballs in the basket (without overlapping them). Spray with a little olive oil. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes , shaking the basket halfway through cooking.

✨ Chef's Tip: For even lighter meatballs, add a tablespoon of Greek yogurt directly to the stuffing.

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❓ FAQ

Can I freeze the meatballs?

Yes, ideally they should be raw on a tray before being bagged. You can cook them directly from frozen, adding 4 minutes to the cooking time.

Which meat should I choose?

A 50% beef and 50% lamb blend offers the best balance between texture and typical kefta flavor.

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