Vegan Lamb Kofta

Elevate your plant-based cooking game with this irresistible Vegan Lamb Kofta recipe, a flavorful twist on the classic Middle Eastern dish. Made with protein-packed textured vegetable protein (TVP) and creamy chickpeas, these koftas are infused with a fragrant blend of spices—cumin, coriander, allspice, and cinnamon—for an authentic taste. Fresh parsley and mint add a vibrant herbal note, while olive oil and flour ensure perfect texture for grilling. Skewered and grilled to golden perfection in just 15 minutes, these koftas make a satisfying centerpiece for any meal. Serve them hot with vegan yogurt or tahini sauce for a delightful combination of smoky, creamy, and zesty flavors. Perfect for a meat-free barbecue, weeknight dinner, or festive gathering, this easy-to-make recipe shines as a plant-powered alternative to lamb kofta.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Textured vegetable protein (TVP)
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1 cup Chickpeas, cooked and drained
• 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 8 pieces Wooden skewers

Directions

Step 1

In a heatproof bowl, combine the textured vegetable protein (TVP) and boiling water. Stir well and let it sit for 10 minutes until rehydrated.

Step 2

While the TVP is soaking, place the chickpeas in a food processor and blend until smooth.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rehydrated TVP, blended chickpeas, chopped onion, garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, ground allspice, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, fresh parsley, and fresh mint.

Step 4

Mix everything thoroughly until well combined. Add olive oil and mix again.

Step 5

Gradually add the flour, mixing it in to bind the mixture together. If it feels too wet, add a little more flour.

Step 6

Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 7

Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion around a wooden skewer to form oval koftas, about 4 inches long and 1 inch thick.

Step 8

Lightly coat the grill or grill pan with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Grill the koftas for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked through.

Step 10

Serve the koftas hot, garnished with additional parsley and mint, alongside your favorite vegan yogurt or tahini sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(971.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1538.6

Total Fat 39.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2470.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 173.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 57.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 132.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 898.1mg	0%
Iron 39.4mg	0%
Potassium 5693.1mg	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: 22.7%

Protein: 33.4%

Carbs: 43.9%