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Spiced Lamb Kofta with Yogurt Sauce
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Spiced Lamb Kofta with Yogurt Sauce

These flavorful lamb koftas are seasoned with aromatic spices and grilled to perfection. Paired with a refreshing yogurt sauce, they make a stunning dish for special occasions or weekend gatherings.

Ready in 45 minutes · serves 6 · 550 calories per serving · middle-eastern cuisine.

45
min total
6
servings
550
cal / serving
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Ingredients

  • 1 poundground lamb
  • 1 mediumonion
  • 2 clovesgarlic
  • 1 teaspooncumin
  • 1 teaspooncoriander
  • 1 teaspoonpaprika
  • 1 teaspoonsalt
  • 1/2 teaspoonpepper
  • 1/4 cupfresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoonsolive oil
  • 1 cupplain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoonlemon juice
  • 1/4 cupmint

Instructions

  1. 01

    In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley.

  2. 02

    Mix well and form the mixture into kebab shapes on skewers.

  3. 03

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat or preheat the grill.

  4. 04

    Cook the koftas for 5-7 minutes on each side, until browned and cooked through.

  5. 05

    In a separate bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, and chopped mint to create the sauce.

  6. 06

    Serve koftas hot with yogurt sauce on the side.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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