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Lamb Koftas with Mint Yoghurt

Lamb Koftas with Mint Yoghurt

These lamb koftas are the perfect answer to a homemade kebab without all the excessive trans fats and additives. Seasoned with warming spices and chilli, they're perfect for all the family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 Skewers
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Turkish
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g Lamb Mince
  • 50 g Bulgur Wheat or Breadcrumbs
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 White Onion Finely Diced
  • 3 Garlic Cloves Minced
  • 3 Red Chilli's Deseeded & Diced
  • 2 Tbsp Kebab Seasoning
  • 15 g Fresh Mint Leaves Finely Chopped
  • Salt to taste
For the Yoghurt Sauce
  • 500 ml Yoghurt
  • 3 Tsp Mint Yoghurt
  • Juice from 1 Lemon
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Mix all the ingredients together to make the yoghurt sauce, and season to taste. Refrigerate for 20 minutes before use.
  2. Cook the bulgur wheat with 100ml of boiling salted water for 8-10 minutes until it's soft and has absorbed all the water. Allow to cool completely.
  3. Heat the olive oil over medium heat and gently soften the onions with a pinch of salt for 8-10 minutes until almost translucent. Add the garlic and chilli and cook for 2-3 minutes. Set aside and leave to cool completely.
  4. Preheat an overhead grill or barbecue to medium-high heat.
  5. Mix the lamb mince with the bulgur, cooled onion mixture, mint, and kebab seasoning in a large bowl. Season with salt.
  6. Divide into 8 balls, then thread onto skewers. Mould the koftas into an even thickness along the skewers using your hands.
  7. Grill the skewers for 8-10 minutes, then turn over and cook for another 8-10 minutes. Allow the skewers to rest for 5 minutes, then serve with mint yoghurt, flatbread, and a large salad.