Lamb Kofta
Middle Eastern style Lebanese Lamb Kofta's are made from lamb mince, parsley, onion and Lebanese 7 spice then grilled on the barbecue or baked in the oven till juicy and tender. These Kofta's are a family favourite and will be yours too. They are easy to prepare and cook and can be on the table in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 cup parsley leaves
- 1 red onion, roughly chopped
- 500g lamb mince (you can also use beef mince)
- 1 tablespoon Lebanese 7 spice Mix (See Notes)
- ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
KOFTA'S
- Place parsley and red onion into a food processor and blend until roughly chopped. (See pics above in post for the correct texture).
- Place lamb mince, parsley mixture, Lebanese 7 spice, smoked paprika and salt and pepper into a bowl. Using your hands, mix this until very throughly combined. Divide into 8 portions and shape each portion into a sausage shape. ( See pics above in post). If preferred, these can be shaped onto a metal skewers or bamboo skewers . Cover and chill if not cooking straight away.
THERMOMIX
- Place parsley and onion into TM Bowl. Chop for 3 seconds, Speed 5. Scrape down sides and repeat.
- Add lamb mince to TM bowl, breaking up lightly with your fingers. Add Lebanese 7 spice, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Cover with lid. Mix for 20 seconds, Speed 3 until combined. Remove mixture.
- Divide mixture into 8 portions and shape each portion into a sausage shape. ( See pics above in post). If preferred, these can be shaped onto a metal skewers or bamboo skewers. Cover and chill if not cooking straight away.
TO GRILL
- Heat a barbecue grill, charcoal grill or griddle pan skillet over medium high heat and spray grills with oil prior to cooking. (Use an oil with a high smoke point oil such as rice bran or grapeseed)
- Cook kofta's for about 3-4 minutes per side (being 4 sides) or until cooked to your liking. Do not overcook them, you want them nice and tender on the inside. Remove from grill and serve with sides of choice. Garnish with fresh parsley.
TO OVEN BAKE
- Preheat oven to 200C (180C fan forced). Line a baking tray with baking paper and arrange kofta's on tray so they are not touching. Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes, turning halfway through, or until cooked to your liking and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and serve immediately with sides of your choice. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- MEASUREMENTS
We use Australian metric measurements. 1 teaspoon = 5ml, 1 tablespoon = 20 ml, 1 cup = 250m
We use free range extra large size eggs. Each egg weighs approximately 59g. - MINCE
You can use lamb or beef mince to make these kofta's. If using beef mince, make sure you use 'regular' 3 star beef mince with a fat content of 17%. They need the fat to keep them juicy and tender. Any less could make them dry and the texture won't be as good. You could try 4 star beef mince with a fat content of 10% if you prefer though. But just don't use extra lean mince - it's just too lean for Kofta's. - LEBANESE 7 SPICE
You can purchase this spice mix from some gourmet grocers, Middle Eastern stores or online. It is much easier to make yourself from ingredients from your local supermarket though. See my recipe for Lebanese 7 Spice to make your own. It is an essential spice mix for these Kofta's as this is were they get their unique and amazing flavour from. - STORING LEFTOVERS
Store any leftover Kofta's in an airtight container in the fridge and use within 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave on MEDIUM (50%) power, in the oven, frying pan or air fryer.