MEDITERRANEAN KOFTA MEATBALLS

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For a new take on meatballs, try this quick kofta recipe to make flavorful Mediterranean meatballs full of spices and herbs. Shape meat mixture around soaked wooden skewers and grill them for a more authentic twist. -Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound ground lamb
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
2 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Hot cooked couscous
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 plum tomatoes, cut into wedges
2 lemons, cut into wedges
3 tablespoons minced red onion
Fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Place onion, parsley, mint, oregano and garlic in bowl of food processor. Pulse until minced. In large bowl, combine herb mixture, lemon pepper, salt, paprika and cumin. Add lamb; mix lightly but thoroughly. With wet hands, shape into 16 balls. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Brown meatballs in batches; drain. Remove and keep warm. Serve meatballs over cooked couscous. Top with yogurt, tomato wedges, and red onion. Garnish with mint leaves and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 24g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 482mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

SAFDAR Ali king G
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These kofta were a bit too spicy for my taste.


Shivam Singh rajpot
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but I really enjoyed these kofta.


Javid Patel
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These kofta were very easy to make, and they were a big hit with my guests.


Nadeeshan1234 nadeesha
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I found these kofta to be a bit bland. I think they could use more spices.


Stephanie Becquette
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These kofta were amazing! I will definitely be making them again.


Matrix
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I wasn't sure what to expect from these kofta, but I was pleasantly surprised. They were very good.


Daisy Ndolo
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These kofta were a bit dry for my taste, but they were still flavorful.


Halal
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I love the flavors in these kofta. They're the perfect appetizer or main course.


Rauf Jan
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These were so easy to make and they turned out great! I used ground beef instead of lamb, and they were still delicious.


Kacha Badam
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I've made these kofta several times now, and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Aman soni (Aman soni)
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These kofta are incredibly flavorful and juicy. The combination of spices is perfect, and the lamb is cooked to perfection.