Quick Lamb Kofta with Harissa Yogurt Sauce
Savor bold Mediterranean flavors with this Quick Lamb Kofta with Harissa Yogurt Sauce, a fast and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Juicy, spiced lamb patties are infused with cumin, coriander, and paprika, then expertly seared to perfection. Topped with a creamy, tangy harissa yogurt sauce that balances heat and richness, these kofta are served atop warm pita or flatbreads for a satisfying handheld meal. Fresh mint, crisp cucumber, and vibrant optional toppings like cherry tomatoes add brightness and crunch, making every bite a sensory delight. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for creating a restaurant-quality meal at home with minimal effort. Optimize your dinner with this easy lamb kofta recipe that’s as quick as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground lamb
- 0.5 medium yellow onion
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon harissa paste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 4 pieces pita bread or flatbreads
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 medium cucumber
- 1 to taste optional toppings (e.g., cherry tomatoes, red onion, or extra herbs)
Instructions
Finely dice the onion and garlic, and chop the parsley.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, diced onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
Divide the lamb mixture into 8 equal portions and shape them into small oval patties or logs, around 3 inches long.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the kofta and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, turning until they are browned and cooked through.
While the kofta are cooking, prepare the harissa yogurt sauce. In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, harissa paste, and lemon juice until smooth. Taste and adjust the amount of harissa for desired spice level.
Warm the pita or flatbreads in the oven or on a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes until soft and pliable.
To assemble, place a couple of lamb kofta on each warm flatbread, drizzle with the harissa yogurt sauce, and top with sliced cucumber, fresh mint leaves, and any other optional toppings.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.9 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.2 g | 236% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 504 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 5882 mg | 256% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.5 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 175.2 g | 350% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 592 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 3098 mg | 66% | |
*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.
