Don't be fooled - the fragrant spices for these Lamb Koftas are likely already stocked in your pantry. This quick and easy weekday meal comes together in no time, making it the perfect last-minute solution.
Cut
Ground Lamb
Cook
Stovetop
Serves
6
Prep time
20 Minutes
Cook time
30 minutes or less
Level
Basic
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Lamb Kofta

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Atkins Ranch Ground Lamb
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts
  • 2 cloves finely chopped garlic
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped Italian parsley
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp ground red chili
  • 1 tsp kosher or sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper
  • 12 skewers
  • 12 pita breads

Herb Yogurt

  • 1 cup plain, unsweetened yogurt
  • 1 clove finely chopped garlic
  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground coriander seeds
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 3/4 cup chopped Italian parsley
  • 1 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 Tbsp fresh oregano leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method

  1. Lightly toast pine nuts on low heat in a dry frying pan and coarsely chop them.
  2. Put pine nuts in a bowl, add ground lamb, herbs, spices and seasoning, and thoroughly mix all ingredients
  3. Using damp hands, firmly shape kofta into 3 ounce oblong balls and skewer them for ease of cooking.
  4. In another bowl, add yogurt and finely chopped Italian parsley, thyme and oregano leaves. Add crushed garlic, olive oil and spices. Stir to combine, then taste and adjust the seasoning.
  5. On medium high heat in frying pan, grill koftas for about 7 mins to desired doneness.
  6. Serve with pita bread & herb yogurt.

Hints & Tips
You can also grill the Koftas on the BBQ.
Pair this dish with a dollop of creamy hummus and a hearty side salad of fresh, vibrant greens.

Tom Hutchison
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