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Juicy Grilled Lamb Kofta Recipe

Grilled Lamb Kofta with Yogurt Sauce

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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground lamb Preferably 20% fat
  • 1/2 cup Red onion Finely grated or minced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Ground coriander
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil For brushing
  • 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt For the sauce
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice For the sauce
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives For serving

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground lamb, grated red onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Do not overmix.
  • Divide the lamb mixture into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a log shape or large meatball, and optionally thread onto pre-soaked wooden skewers.
  • Place the formed koftas on a baking sheet, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to help them hold their shape.
  • While the koftas chill, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl to make the yogurt sauce. Keep chilled until ready to serve.
  • Preheat a grill or a large grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly brush the koftas with olive oil.
  • Grill the koftas for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F.
  • Remove the koftas from the grill and let them rest for 3 minutes.
  • Serve the grilled lamb koftas warm, accompanied by the chilled yogurt sauce, kalamata olives, and extra lemon wedges.