Spiced Lamb Kofta with Yogurt Sauce
Middle Eastern-spiced lamb kofta skewers served with a cool mint yogurt dipping sauce. This is one of those recipes that looks like you spent all day in the kitchen, but it honestly comes together so fast. I make this on busy weeknights and my family goes absolutely crazy for it every time.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in about 30 min from start to finish
- Uses simple ingredients you probably already have
- Big, bold flavors that feel special without any fuss
- Perfect for weeknight dinners or when company comes over
Ingredients
- ground lamb
- cumin
- cinnamon
- allspice
- onion
- Greek yogurt
- mint
- garlic
How to Make It
Start by prepping all your ingredients before you begin cooking – this recipe moves quickly once you get started! Season generously and don’t rush the process. The key is building layers of flavor at each step.
Follow the recipe card below for the full step-by-step instructions. I’ve broken it all down so it’s super easy to follow, even on a busy night.
Spiced Lamb Kofta with Yogurt Sauce
Grilled spiced lamb koftas with a cool herbed yogurt sauce. Great in pita or over rice.
Ingredients
Method
- Mix the lamb with the grated onion, garlic, spices, and parsley.
- Shape the mixture into oblong koftas around skewers.
- Grill over medium-high, turning, until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Stir the yogurt with lemon juice and mint.
- Serve the koftas with the yogurt sauce, pita, and salad.
Notes
Grate the onion so it disappears into the meat and keeps it moist. Do not overmix or the koftas toughen.
