Lamb koftas recipe

Name: Lamb koftas recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Patak's Naan Bread, or handful of fresh breadcrumbs; 500 g (17.6oz) lamb mince; 2 tbsp Patak's Balti Paste; 3 spring onions, finely chopped; 1 red chilli, finely chopped and deseeded if you prefer; 4 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped; 0.5 lime, juice only; 3 dried prunes, roughly chopped (optional); 1 tbsp vegetable oil, for greasing; 300 g (10.6oz) thick Greek yoghurt; 1 tsp Patak's Lime Pickle; 2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped; 1 green apple, shredded; 1 pinch sugar, to taste; 1 pinch salt and black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 Patak's Naan Bread, or handful of fresh breadcrumbs
500 g (17.6oz) lamb mince
2 tbsp Patak's Balti Paste
3 spring onions, finely chopped
1 red chilli, finely chopped and deseeded if you prefer
4 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
0.5 lime, juice only
3 dried prunes, roughly chopped (optional)
1 tbsp vegetable oil, for greasing
300 g (10.6oz) thick Greek yoghurt
1 tsp Patak's Lime Pickle
2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
1 green apple, shredded
1 pinch sugar, to taste
1 pinch salt and black pepper, to taste

1
Preheat the oven to 180C/gas 4.
2
In a food processor whizz the Patak's Naan Bread until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
3
Season with salt and black pepper.
4
Mix together the lamb mince, naan breadcrumbs, Patak's Balti Paste, spring onions, red chilli, half the chopped coriander and prunes (if using).
5
Place around 2 tablespoons of the spiced lamb into the palm of your hand and roll into the shape of an over-sized golf ball.
6
Lay on a greased lipped baking tray.
7
Repeat until all the lamb has been made into koftas - approximately 20.
8
(If you have time, cover and place in the refrigerator for around half an hour).
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes - after 15 minutes drain any fat and water out of the base of the baking tray before turning over and cooking for the remaining cooking time.
10
In the meantime make the raita by mixing all the ingredients together.
11
Taste and season with salt and sugar.
12
Once the koftas are cooked through serve with green apple raita and some Patak's Brinjal Pickle on the side.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Patak's Naan Bread, or handful of fresh breadcrumbs, 500 g (17.6oz) lamb mince, 2 tbsp Patak's Balti Paste, 3 spring onions, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Lamb koftas recipe 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!