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Lamb Kofta Skewers with Fresh Herbs and Spiced Aromatics Recipe

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This flavorful Lamb Kofta recipe features spiced ground lamb formed onto skewers and grilled to perfection, offering a delicious Middle Eastern-inspired dish that’s perfect for serving alongside basmati rice and fresh salad.

  • Total Time: 36 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

For the Kofta

  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (divided)
  • 1 small minced shallot (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon minced (or ground) ginger
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • ½ bunch finely chopped parsley (about 1/4 cup)
  • 1/4 bunch finely chopped mint leaves (about 2 tablespoons)
  • Salt and cracked black pepper to taste

For Serving

  • Basmati rice (cooked, for serving)
  • Romaine lettuce, cucumber, and tomato side salad
  • Hummus of choice

Instructions

  1. Sauté aromatics: Place a small skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add 1 teaspoon of neutral oil. Add the minced shallot, garlic, and fresh ginger (if using) to the skillet and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until fragrant and softened.
  2. Add spices: Stir in cumin and coriander, along with dry ground ginger if using, and continue to sauté for an additional minute. Lightly season with salt and pepper. Remove the shallot mixture from heat and allow it to cool slightly for about 10 minutes.
  3. Combine kofta ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, sautéed shallot mixture, chopped parsley, and mint. Season generously with salt and cracked black pepper.
  4. Mix thoroughly: Use your hands or a spoon to mix the ingredients together until fully incorporated, ensuring an even distribution of herbs and spices.
  5. Shape the kofta: Divide the lamb mixture into 6 equal portions. With wet hands, form each portion into a 1 ½” by 7” log. Press a skewer into the center of each log, shaping the meat securely around the skewer, leaving about a 4” handle at the bottom and a 1” handle at the top for easy grilling.
  6. Grill the kofta: Preheat a large grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, brush the remaining oil on the grill surface. Place the skewers about 1” apart on the pan. Grill each side for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the lamb is cooked through with visible grill marks.
  7. Serve: Remove the kofta from the heat and transfer to a serving platter. Serve over a bed of basmati rice alongside a fresh romaine, cucumber, and tomato salad, and your choice of hummus.

Notes

  • Using wet hands to shape the kofta helps prevent the meat from sticking and ensures smooth shaping.
  • Allow the sautéed shallot mixture to cool slightly before adding to the lamb to avoid partially cooking the meat prematurely.
  • For extra flavor, consider marinating the kofta logs briefly before grilling with a mixture of lemon juice and olive oil.
  • If you don’t have a grill pan, you can cook the kofta under a broiler or on an outdoor grill.
  • Leftover kofta can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 21 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern

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