Lamb koftas with rustic tabouli recipe LEBANESE RECIPES from homemade-recipes.blogspot.com
Introduction
Lamb koftas are a delicious Middle Eastern dish that is perfect for a family dinner or a weekend barbecue. These juicy, spiced lamb meatballs are easy to make and are packed with flavor. You can serve them with pita bread, hummus, tzatziki, or a fresh salad. In this recipe, we will show you how to make lamb koftas from scratch.
Ingredients
For the lamb koftas, you will need:
1 pound ground lamb
1 onion, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
For the sauce, you will need:
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cucumber, peeled and grated
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Use your hands to mix everything together until well combined. 2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. 3. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. 4. Divide the lamb mixture into 8-10 portions and shape each portion into a sausage shape, about 3 inches long. 5. Thread the lamb koftas onto skewers, leaving a little space between each one. 6. Grill the lamb koftas for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through and browned on all sides. 7. While the lamb koftas are cooking, make the yogurt sauce. In a small bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped mint, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. 8. Serve the lamb koftas hot with the yogurt sauce on the side.
Nutrition
This recipe makes 8-10 lamb koftas, depending on the size. Each lamb kofta contains approximately:
Calories: 190
Protein: 12g
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 310mg
The yogurt sauce adds approximately:
Calories: 20
Protein: 2g
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 45mg
Tips
- If you don't have ground lamb, you can use ground beef or ground turkey instead. - To make the koftas ahead of time, you can shape them and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before grilling. - Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using them to prevent them from burning on the grill. - You can also cook the lamb koftas in a skillet on the stovetop over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally. - If you prefer a spicier flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the lamb mixture. - You can also serve the lamb koftas with a side of rice pilaf or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.