Lamb Kofta Recipe — Authentic Middle Eastern Spiced Skewers

Ratings

Expert Rating

4.9

95% confidence

Final Score

4.9

90% confidence

Category Scores

9.8

Taste

5.0

Difficulty

9.0

Presentation

7.0

Nutrition

9.0

Value

9.5

Instructions

9.5

Ingredients

9.5

Time Accuracy

9.5

Would Make Again

9.3

Overall

Cooking Timeline

Prep 20 min

Cook 15 min

Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4 10 min

Ingredients

Servings

Units

Kofta

1 lb ground lamb (80/20 lean)
1/2 cup onion (finely grated and drained)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)

Spices

1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

Seasoning

1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

Equipment

Grill pan or outdoor grill Preheat before cooking
Skewers Metal or soaked wooden skewers
Mixing bowl Large

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, grated onion, garlic, parsley, and all spices.
2

Mix thoroughly using your hands until the meat mixture becomes sticky and well-integrated.
3

Divide the mixture into equal portions and mold them tightly around skewers into sausage shapes.
4

Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and cook kofta, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
10 min

Nutrition

Calories 340

Protein 24g

Carbs 3g

Fat 26g

Fiber 1g

Sugar 1g

Sodium 580g

Serving Size 2 skewers

Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

Flavorful, juicy, and packed with authentic Middle Eastern spices.

Pros

Quick to make
Rich flavor profile
Great for grilling

Cons

Lamb can be high in fat

Overview

Traditional spiced lamb kofta skewers grilled to juicy perfection.

AI Insights

Summary

Classic Middle Eastern lamb kofta recipe featuring aromatic spices, fresh herbs, and an easy grilling method.

Tips

Squeeze excess moisture out of the grated onion so the meat mixture binds properly
Chill formed kofta on skewers for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from falling apart
Serve with warm pita bread, tahini, and a fresh cucumber salad

Substitutions

Ground lamb → Ground beef or a 50/50 blend of beef and lamb
Fresh parsley → Fresh cilantro or mint

Storage

Store leftover cooked kofta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Pairing

Garlic tzatziki sauce Tabbouleh and hummus

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FAQ

Can I bake lamb kofta instead of grilling?

Yes, bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-18 minutes.

Can I use ground beef?

Ground beef can be substituted, though lamb provides the authentic traditional flavor.

About the Author

FindEdition Kitchen

Recipe tested and reviewed by the FindEdition culinary team.

Specialty: Middle Eastern cuisine

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