Lamb Kofta With Lemon Roast Garlic Yogurt Recipe

Name: Lamb Kofta With Lemon Roast Garlic Yogurt
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 bamboo or metal skewers; 7 garlic cloves (to bake); 1 garlic clove, crushed; ¼ teaspoon salt; 200 g plain yogurt (natural); 12 fresh cilantro, chopped (coriander); 1 teaspoon lemon rind, grated; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 700 g ground lamb; 4 green onions, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons coriander powder; lemon wedge, to serve

Servings: persons

8 bamboo or metal skewers
7 garlic cloves (to bake)
1 garlic clove, crushed
¼ teaspoon salt
200 g plain yogurt (natural)
12 fresh cilantro, chopped (coriander)
1 teaspoon lemon rind, grated
1 tablespoon lemon juice
700 g ground lamb
4 green onions, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons coriander powder
lemon wedge, to serve

1
If using bamboo skewers, soak these in water while preparing koftas.
2
Preheat oven to 200C Wrap up 7 of the garlic cloves in foil and bake 30 minutes.
3
Remove from oven.
4
When cool, squish out of the skins into a bowl, discard skins.
5
Mash with the salt to form a paste.
6
Then add yogurt, fresh coriander, lemon rind and lemon juice.
7
Set aside.
8
Put crushed garlic, lamb, green onion, spices and a pinch of salt in a large bowl.
9
Mix to combine.
10
Divide mix into 8 oval shapes and thread onto skewers.
11
Refidgerate 15 minutes to firm up.
12
Preheat BBQ plate or chargrill to medium-high.
13
Spray skewers with oil spray before putting them on.
14
Cook 3-4 minutes, turning or until cooked through.
15
Arrange koftas on a plater with lemon wedges and a bowl of yogurt mixture.

962

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 bamboo or metal skewers, 7 garlic cloves (to bake), 1 garlic clove, crushed, ¼ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Lamb Kofta With Lemon Roast Garlic Yogurt falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lamb Kofta With Lemon Roast Garlic Yogurt

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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