Kofta
Spiced ground lamb meatballs served with yogurt sauce and fresh herbs, a beloved Middle Eastern staple.
⏱ 30 minServes 4Middle Eastern
Ingredients
- •1 lb ground lamb
- •1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- •1/4 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
- •1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- •1/4 cup onion, finely minced
- •1 egg whole egg
- •2 tsp ground cumin
- •1 tsp ground cinnamon
- •1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- •1 tsp salt
- •1/2 tsp black pepper
- •2 tbsp olive oil
- •1 cup plain yogurt
Directions
- 1Mix ground lamb, parsley, mint, breadcrumbs, onion, egg, cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a bowl until just combined.
- 2Shape mixture into 16-20 meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- 3Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 4Fry meatballs in batches for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
- 5Remove meatballs and serve warm with yogurt sauce on the side, garnished with fresh herbs and accompanied by pita bread.
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