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Lebanese Lamb Kofta with Tahini Sauce

Juicy Lebanese Lamb Kofta with Tahini Sauce in 30 Minutes

  • Author: Judy Wilson
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Grilling/Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Lebanese
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A flavorful Lebanese dish featuring spiced lamb kofta served with creamy tahini sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 500g ground lamb
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or pan to medium-high heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix ground lamb, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, black pepper, salt, and parsley.
  3. Shape the mixture into small oval patties or skewer them onto sticks.
  4. Grill or pan-fry the kofta for 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked.
  5. For the tahini sauce, whisk tahini, lemon juice, water, crushed garlic, and salt until smooth.
  6. Serve the kofta hot with tahini sauce drizzled on top.

Notes

  • You can substitute lamb with beef if preferred.
  • Let the kofta rest for 5 minutes after cooking for juicier results.
  • Adjust spices to your taste.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Lebanese lamb kofta, tahini sauce, Middle Eastern recipes