Lamb Kofta

Juicy, flavorful, and bursting with aromatic spices, this Lamb Kofta recipe brings the vibrant tastes of Middle Eastern cuisine straight to your kitchen. Made with tender ground lamb infused with coriander, cumin, cinnamon, and allspice, these skewered delights are elevated by the freshness of parsley, mint, and zesty lemon. Whether you grill them to perfection or cook them on a stovetop, these mouthwatering koftas are quick to prepare—ready in just 35 minutes—and perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or an impressive dinner party. Serve with warm flatbreads, a dollop of creamy tzatziki, or a drizzle of hummus, and watch these savory lamb koftas become the star of the table. Ideal for fans of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern recipes, this dish guarantees a flavorful culinary escape!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground lamb
• 1 medium onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 20 grams fresh parsley
• 10 grams fresh mint
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground allspice
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 whole lemon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Grate the onion and squeeze out the excess liquid using a cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 3

Chop the fresh parsley and fresh mint finely. Alternatively, you can add these herbs to a food processor to ensure they are evenly chopped.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped mint, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, ground black pepper, and salt.

Step 5

Grate the zest of the lemon into the mixture and then squeeze in the juice of half the lemon. Mix everything thoroughly with your hands until well combined.

Step 6

Divide the lamb mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into an oval, around the length of the stick you will use (if using skewers).

Step 7

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before use to prevent burning.

Step 8

Thread the shaped meat onto skewers, pressing gently to ensure they hold together. If not using skewers, shape them into patties.

Step 9

Preheat a grill or grill pan on medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Step 10

Brush each kofta with olive oil and place them on the grill.

Step 11

Cook the lamb kofta for about 6-8 minutes on each side, until they are evenly browned and cooked through.

Step 12

Serve the lamb kofta hot with lemon wedges on the side, along with flatbreads, and a choice of tzatziki or hummus.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(791.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1798.7

Total Fat 127.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.7g
Cholesterol 480mg	0%
Sodium 4329.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 8.9g
Protein 128.8g	0%

Vitamin D 20IU	0%
Calcium 329.2mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 2439.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.2%

Protein: 28.7%

Carbs: 7.1%