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Greek Lamb Koftas with Tzatziki Yogurt Dressing

These juicy and flavorful koftas make a great appetizer or can be served with pita bread, tzatziki or a salad.

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Ingredients

number of servings
4
  • 1 lb ground lamb Added to
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped Added to
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced finely chopped Added to
  • 1 tablespoon cumin Added to
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander Added to
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika Added to
  • 12 teaspoon ground cinnamon Added to
  • 12 teaspoon ground nutmeg Added to
  • 12 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for cooking Added to

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Directions

29 min.
1. Step

Mix ground lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix everything well thoroughly.

2. Step

Take a small portion of the lamb mixture (about 2 tablespoons) and shape it into a small cylindrical or oval meatball. Repeat this process until all the mixture has been used, making approximately 16 koftas.

3. Step

Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a non-stick pan or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the kofta until they are browned.

4. Step

Transfer the lamb koftas to a plate with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

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5. Step

Serve with pita bread, tzatziki sauce, or a salad. Enjoy!

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Greek Lamb Koftas with Tzatziki Yogurt Dressing

These juicy and flavorful koftas make a great appetizer or can be served with pita bread, tzatziki or a salad.

29
Minutes
4
Number of servings
Directions
1. Step

Mix ground lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix everything well thoroughly.

2. Step

Take a small portion of the lamb mixture (about 2 tablespoons) and shape it into a small cylindrical or oval meatball. Repeat this process until all the mixture has been used, making approximately 16 koftas.

3. Step

Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a non-stick pan or grill pan over medium heat. Cook the kofta until they are browned.

4. Step

Transfer the lamb koftas to a plate with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

5. Step

Serve with pita bread, tzatziki sauce, or a salad. Enjoy!

Ingredients
1 lb
ground lamb
1
small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves
of garlic, minced finely chopped
1 tablespoon
cumin
1 tablespoon
ground coriander
1 teaspoon
ground paprika
12 teaspoon
ground cinnamon
12 teaspoon
ground nutmeg
12 teaspoon
cayenne pepper (optional, for cooking