Greek Lamb Koftas
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with these irresistible Greek Lamb Koftas, a flavorful combination of tender ground lamb and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and cinnamon. Fresh parsley and mint add a vibrant herbaceous twist, while grated onion and garlic infuse depth into every bite. These perfectly spiced koftas are shaped around skewers (or made freeform) and lightly brushed with olive oil before hitting the grill, where they develop a smoky char and juicy interior in just minutes. Perfect for a quick dinner or crowd-pleasing appetizer, serve these koftas with warm pita, creamy tzatziki, and a crisp Greek salad for a meal bursting with authentic Mediterranean flavors. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, this dish is a surefire way to delight your guests and satisfy your craving for bold, exotic cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g ground lamb
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 skewers wooden skewers (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, parsley, mint, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Use your hands to mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well distributed.
Take a handful of the lamb mixture (about 1/4 cup) and shape it into an elongated oval or sausage shape around a skewer if using. Repeat this process with the remaining mixture.
If you are not using skewers, simply form the mixture into small log shapes with your hands.
Brush each kofta lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking during cooking.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the koftas onto the grill.
Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until the koftas are browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Remove the koftas from the heat and let them rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Serve the koftas with warm pita bread, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, tzatziki sauce, or a fresh Greek salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1783 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.1 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.8 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 480 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 4324 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 127.6 g | 255% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2276 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
