Description
Lamb Kofta is a flavorful and aromatic dish that brings the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine right to your dinner table. These spiced lamb meatballs are traditionally grilled, resulting in a deliciously charred exterior while remaining tender and juicy inside. Infused with fresh herbs like parsley and mint, along with warm spices such as cumin and smoked paprika, each bite offers an explosion of taste that is simply irresistible. Whether served in pita wraps, over rice, or alongside vibrant salads, Lamb Kofta is perfect for casual family dinners or festive gatherings. With easy preparation steps and minimal ingredients, you can create this culinary delight in no time, making it a staple recipe for any home cook looking to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground lamb with grated onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into oval patties or skewers about 1 inch thick.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help firm up the koftas.
- Preheat your grill on medium-high heat and cook the koftas for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kofta (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg