LAMB KOFTAS WITH CUCUMBER RAITA

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Soothing cucumber and mint raita complements ground-lamb koftas with Indianspices.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 3 dozen hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup coarsely chopped onion
1/2 inch piece ginger, peeled
1 clove garlic
1/2 cup mint leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 large egg
1 pound ground lamb
3 tablespoons canola oil
Cucumber Raita for Lamb Koftas

Steps:

  • Place onion, ginger, and garlic in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Add mint, cilantro, garam masala, salt, and pepper; pulse until finely chopped, scraping sides as needed. Add egg and lamb; process until fully combined, scraping down sides as needed.
  • Shape mixture into 1-inch balls; flatten into patties. Heat a saute pan over medium-high heat; add oil. When hot, add patties in batches; cook until cooked through, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain.
  • Insert a toothpick or skewer into each patty; place on a platter. Serve with raita, and garnish with fresh mint sprigs.

MD SHOIB SA
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This recipe is a winner! The lamb koftas are tender and flavorful, and the cucumber raita is a refreshing addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Kirabo Rehema
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These lamb koftas are amazing! They're so juicy and flavorful, and the cucumber raita is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Peace Omosaye
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I love this recipe! The lamb koftas are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family. The cucumber raita is also a great addition.


Abdulbasit Farooqi
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These lamb koftas are delicious! The meat is tender and flavorful, and the cucumber raita is a great complement. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Pono's World
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Wow! These lamb koftas are incredible! The lamb is so tender and juicy, and the spices are perfectly balanced. The cucumber raita is also very refreshing. This is definitely a recipe I'll be making again and again.


JamJam
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The lamb koftas are flavorful and juicy, and the cucumber raita is a refreshing complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Rubi Rodriguez
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These lamb koftas are amazing! They're so juicy and flavorful. I love the combination of lamb and spices. The cucumber raita is also very refreshing and light. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Om Kumar roy
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Lamb koftas and cucumber raita...a match made in heaven! This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves Mediterranean cuisine.


Miss Jazzy B
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I love this recipe! The lamb koftas are so tender and flavorful, and the cucumber raita is the perfect complement. I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit.


Hasnain zai
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These lamb koftas are a great way to change up your weeknight dinner routine. They're easy to make and packed with flavor. The cucumber raita is also a nice addition.


Muhammad Tanvir
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. The lamb koftas are succulent and flavorful, and the cucumber raita is the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.


Rami Serhan
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Juicy, flavorful koftas with a cooling cucumber raita. A great weeknight meal!


Avela Mlondleni
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5 stars!!! These lamb koftas are out of this world!! My family loved them. The cucumber raita is also very refreshing and light. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Kabir Mughal
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This lamb kofta recipe is a keeper! The flavors are amazing and the koftas are so juicy and tender. I served them with the cucumber raita, which was the perfect complement. Highly recommended!