Name: Lamb Kofta with Mint Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 00:20:00
Cook time: 00:15:00
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb; 1 medium onion; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 3 cloves garlic cloves; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 cup fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 large egg; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

Lamb Kofta with Mint Yogurt Sauce

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Lamb Kofta with Mint Yogurt Sauce is a Middle Eastern classic that brings together aromatic spices, tender ground lamb, and a cooling yogurt sauce. This dish balances rich, savory flavors with bright, fresh herbs for a meal that's both satisfying and impressive. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or weekend gathering, these grilled skewers will transport your taste buds straight to the Mediterranean.

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

15 min

Serves

4 servings

Difficulty

medium

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Ingredients

Techniques: Mixing ground meat without overworking, shaping kofta, grilling or broiling skewered meat, making yogurt-based sauces

Equipment Needed

Mixing bowls
Grater
Measuring cups and spoons
Wooden or metal skewers
Grill or broiler
Pastry brush
Meat thermometer
Cutting board
Sharp knife

These lamb kofta skewers are a Middle Eastern favorite, combining aromatic spices with tender ground lamb. The cooling mint yogurt sauce provides the perfect complement to the rich, savory meat. Follow these steps for a delicious meal that's impressive yet achievable for home cooks.

Serve these kofta with warm pita bread, a simple cucumber tomato salad, or fluffy rice pilaf for a complete meal. Leftover kofta can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven or enjoyed cold in wraps.

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