Spicy Lamb Kofta with Minted Yogurt

Name: Spicy Lamb Kofta with Minted Yogurt
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 700 g ground lamb; 1 piece medium red onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 0.6 dl fresh parsley, chopped; 0.6 dl fresh mint, chopped; 5 g ground cumin; 5 g ground coriander; 2.5 g smoked paprika; 2.5 g chili flakes (to taste); 2.5 g salt; 1.25 g freshly ground black pepper; 30 ml olive oil; 400 g Greek yogurt; 30 ml fresh mint, chopped (for yogurt); 15 ml lemon juice; 1 clove garlic, minced (for yogurt)

Difficulty

easy

Time

45m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

Taste this delicious and aromatic lamb kofta, a perfect choice for a quick yet special dinner! The spicy lamb meatballs, seasoned with fresh mint and parsley, are irresistible. The cooling, lemon-minted yogurt perfectly complements the kofta's piquant flavor, creating a balance between savory and spicy. Prepare it for your friends or family, and you're guaranteed to impress!

Steps

Prepare Kofta Mixture

In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and chopped mint. Add the ground cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Shape and Bake

Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan-assisted). Shape the mixture into koftas, about 5-6 cm long and finger-thick. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then drizzle with a little olive oil. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Flip them once halfway through.

Make Minted Yogurt

While the koftas are baking, prepare the minted yogurt. In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt with the chopped mint, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Season with salt to taste. Refrigerate until serving.

Serve

Serve the hot lamb koftas with the cooling minted yogurt. Garnish with fresh parsley or mint, if desired.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 220g
Calories	280 kcal	616 kcal
Protein	20g	44g
Fat	18g	39.6g
Carbohydrate	7g	15.4g
Fiber	1g	2.2g
Sugar	3g	6.6g

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Spicy Lamb Kofta with Minted Yogurt

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ingredients

Steps

Prepare Kofta Mixture

Shape and Bake

Make Minted Yogurt

Serve

Extra Tips

► You can also grill the koftas! Cook them over medium heat, turning frequently, for 10-12 minutes until nicely browned and cooked through.

► Serve with pita bread, fresh salad, or couscous for a more complete meal.

► If you like even spicier flavors, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the kofta mixture.

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