Exquisite Turkish Lamb Kofte
Experience the joy of crafting these tender and flavorful Turkish lamb kofte. Made with a blend of ground lamb, savory spices, and aromatic herbs, these delectable meatballs are a true delight for the senses. Perfectly cooked to golden perfection, they make a stunning addition to any meal.
Ingredients
For Lamb Kofte | |
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| 1 | cup dried Bulgar wheat |
| 1 | lb ground lamb |
| 1 | onion, finely chopped |
| 3 | cloves garlic, chopped |
| 1 | cup raisins, soaked in hot water |
| 2 | teaspoons cumin |
| 1 | teaspoon ground cinnamon |
| 1 | teaspoon allspice |
| 1 | egg |
| fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) | |
Instructions
For Lamb Kofte | |
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| 1. | Soak the dried bulgur wheat in a bowl by covering it with a cup of boiling water and letting it sit for about 10 minutes. |
| 2. | Uncover the bulgur and allow it to cool for a few minutes. |
| 3. | In a mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, finely chopped onion, chopped garlic, soaked raisins, cumin, cinnamon, allspice, and egg. |
| 4. | Add the cooled bulgur to the mixture and use your hands to thoroughly combine all ingredients. |
| 5. | Shape the mixture into balls of golf ball size, then gently flatten them. |
| 6. | Either bake the lamb kofte in a preheated oven for around 10 minutes or fry them in hot oil until they are browned on all sides. |
| 7. | Serve the lamb kofte garnished with chopped fresh parsley. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 94.4 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 6.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 4.6 g |
| Fiber | 0.7 g |
| Sugar | 1.5 g |
Published on Aug 03, 2024 by Luminița