LAMB KOFTA WITH YOGURT SAUCE

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These tasty little Middle East Lamb Kofta meatballs are certainly a delicious change. With fresh ingredients such as mint and parsley, this is a great recipe to enjoy all year round!

Provided by Francine Lizotte

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 16m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb ground lamb
1/2 c white onions, finely chopped
2 large cloves garlic, pressed
1 Tbsp fresh mint, chopped
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp mild paprika
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, or to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
ground himalayan sea salt, to taste
olive oil, for brushing meat plus coating baking sheet and griddle
YOGURT SAUCE
1/2 c plain yogurt
1 Tbsp tahini
1/2 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tsp mint leaves, finely chopped
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 tsp ground cumin

Steps:

  • 1. In a bowl, combine all the ingredients. Roll lamb mixture to the size of a golf ball then flatten them down to about ½-inch thick. Place patties on a baking sheet greased with oil. Brush oil on patties, loosely cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • 2. Heat a griddle pan on medium-high heat and when hot, cook koftas for 3 minutes per side
  • 3. This can be served with flatbread and yogurt sauce or on sliders with yogurt sauce and muhammara
  • 4. To make yogurt sauce... In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients, stir, taste & adjust. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, about 30 minutes.
  • 5. To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjlIkBZpqP0

Bright Gbedeka
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the kofta and the yogurt sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Free Fier
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The kofta was moist and flavorful, and the yogurt sauce was the perfect finishing touch.


Febe Wintmolders
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I'm a big fan of lamb and this recipe did not disappoint. The kofta was very flavorful and the yogurt sauce was the perfect accompaniment.


mb telecom
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This recipe was a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I will definitely be making it again, but I will use less chili pepper next time.


Faraz Ali
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I was looking for a healthy lamb recipe and this one fit the bill. The kofta was made with lean lamb and the yogurt sauce was a good source of protein.


Abdul Ahd Ahad
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved the kofta and the yogurt sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Rauf Gondal
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The kofta was moist and flavorful, and the yogurt sauce was the perfect finishing touch.


M&m Erin
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I'm not a fan of yogurt, but I loved the yogurt sauce in this recipe. It was tangy and refreshing, and it really complemented the kofta.


Georgia Piper
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This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was worth it. The kofta was delicious and the yogurt sauce was the perfect accompaniment.


Mohamed Kefing Kaba
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I was looking for a new lamb recipe to try and this one did not disappoint. The kofta was very flavorful and the yogurt sauce was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


halwest hersh
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the kofta and the yogurt sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Ruth Sackiravi
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The kofta was moist and flavorful, and the yogurt sauce was the perfect finishing touch.


kishore Lal
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but this recipe changed my mind. The kofta was so tender and juicy, and the yogurt sauce was tangy and refreshing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Nabeel Waseem
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This lamb kofta recipe was a hit! The flavors were amazing and the yogurt sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.