Lamb Koftas & Cheats Tabouli Recipe

Prep time: 20 mins | Cook time: 20 mins

Introduction

Craving the best lamb kofta recipe? We’ve got you covered with homemade lamb koftas served with our freshly baked Herb Turkish Bread. This easy lamb kofta recipe makes for a delicious lunch or dinner - perfect for Spring entertaining. Top it off with your favourite tzatziki and our easy tabouli for a simply irresistible treat. Bon appetit!

Method

Combine lamb mince, moroccan spice blend, sumac, garlic powder, smoked paprika, pine nuts & dried coriander flakes in a large bowl with clean hands. Fashion into ten 50g koftas using bamboo skewers

Place a non stick pan over a high heat for 5 min. Reduce heat to medium/high, spray with olive oil & cook koftas for 6 min each side or until cooked through

Serve kofta with Bakers Delight Turkish Bread, tzatziki & tabouli. Garnish with coriander, red onion & cucumber. Serve immediately

Method

Toss the parsley, tomatoes, red onion, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and cracked pepper in a salad bowl and set aside

FAQs

There’s a range of sides you can serve with lamb koftas to create a different dining experience each time. Lamb koftas are often served with tzatziki, bringing a fresh and light texture to the dish. We also loved it paired with tabouli and a slice of delicious bread. Some other favourites are greek salad, couscous and grilled vegetables.

The exact origin of lamb kofta is debated, with the majority agreeing it originated in Persia. Regardless of its origins, one thing for sure is that it’s a popular dish in both Greek and Turkish cuisines, with both cultures making it their own. There are also variations and recipes across other Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines.

While they may look similar, kofta and meatballs are very different, in terms of their ingredients, taste, and seasoning. Koftas will often have seasonings like cumin and paprika, while meatballs often include salt, pepper and garlic. Another main difference is their shape. Meatballs are commonly shaped into round balls, while koftas can often appear as sausages or cylinders.

Ingredients