Lamb Kofta Kebabs with Tahini Sauce
These lamb kofta kebabs are juicy, flavorful, and easy to make. They're perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend cookout. Serve them with tahini sauce for dipping.
Kofta kebabs are a popular Middle Eastern dish made from ground meat that is seasoned with spices and then grilled or roasted. Lamb is a traditional choice for kofta kebabs, but you can also use beef, chicken, or turkey. The key to making great kofta kebabs is to use a good quality ground meat and to season it generously. I like to use a combination of ground lamb and ground beef, but you can use all lamb if you prefer. I also like to add a lot of fresh herbs to my kofta kebabs, such as parsley, mint, and cilantro. These herbs give the kebabs a bright, flavorful taste. Once the kofta kebabs are seasoned, they are formed into patties and then grilled or roasted. I like to grill my kofta kebabs over medium-high heat so that they get a nice char on the outside and stay juicy on the inside. You can also roast the kofta kebabs in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through. Serve the kofta kebabs with tahini sauce for dipping.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped mint
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
  3. Form the mixture into 12-15 kebabs.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the kebabs on top.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  6. Serve with tahini sauce.
Why It Works
  • Using a combination of ground lamb and ground beef gives the kebabs a nice balance of flavor and texture.
  • Seasoning the kebabs generously with spices gives them a great flavor.
  • Adding fresh herbs to the kebabs gives them a bright, flavorful taste.
  • Grilling the kebabs over medium-high heat gives them a nice char on the outside and keeps them juicy on the inside.