Weekend’s Lamb Kofte

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 16
Weekend's Lamb Kofte recipe for a flavorful Mediterranean dish
in Mediterranean

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 slices white bread , crust removed
1/4 cup parsley , finely chopped
1/4 cup mint leaf , finely chopped ( NOT dried )
1 egg , lightly beaten
1 small onion , finely minced
1 large garlic clove , finely minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon sumac
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb ground lamb
6 pita bread ( I like Arabian Pita Bread )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
330
Sugar
2g
Fat
22g
Lamb koftes are a traditional Mediterranean dish that most commonly uses ground lamb for the meat mixture. The mixture is combined with herbs and spices to create a flavorful and fragrant dish that is perfect for grilling. The skewered logs of seasoned lamb are best served hot and paired with pita bread or a flavorful salad. These koftes are a great way to add some Mediterranean flavor to your next summer barbecue.

Instructions

1.Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2.In a small bowl, combine bread slices with water. Let soak for 2-3 minutes until soft.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine soaked bread, parsley, mint leaves, egg, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, sumac, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
4.Add ground lamb to the mixture and combine with your hands.
5.Divide mixture into 6 equal parts and shape each part into a long sausage-shaped log.
6.Thread each log onto a metal skewer or wooden skewer that has been soaked in water for at least 30 minutes.
7.Cook lamb koftes for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature of the lamb reaches 165°F.
8.Serve hot with pita bread.

PROS

These lamb koftes are packed with flavor and are the perfect addition to any Mediterranean-inspired meal.
They are great for grilling and are a healthy, low-carb option that is high in protein.

CONS

Lamb can be a bit more expensive than other types of ground meat, and the skewering process can be a bit time-consuming.
Additionally, the ground lamb mixture can be quite sticky and messy when shaping into the sausage-shaped logs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a rich source of protein and is also packed with essential nutrients such as iron and vitamin B12. Additionally, the combination of herbs and spices in this recipe provides antioxidants that are great for reducing inflammation and strengthening the immune system.

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