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Try these lamb kofte, then check out our classic Turkish meatballs and more meatball recipes.

*This recipe is gluten-free according to industry standards

  • hummus
    to serve
  • green salad
    to serve

KOFTE

  • 300g lean lamb mince
  • 1/2 red onion
    grated
  • mint
    chopped to make 2 tbsp
  • 1/2 tsp chilli flakes
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 lemon
    zested and juiced

BEETROOT SLAW

  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 1 tbsp fat-free yoghurt
  • 1 large beetroot
    peeled and cut into matchsticks
  • 1/2 (about 150g) celeriac
    peeled and cut into matchsticks
  • 150g red cabbage
    finely shredded

Nutrition:

  • kcal325
    low
  • fat19.9g
  • saturates7.1g
  • carbs8.6g
  • sugars7.5g
  • fibre6.8g
  • protein24.4g
  • salt0.4g

Method

  • step 1

    For the kofte, mix everything together with half the lemon juice and all the zest and some seasoning. Chill while you make the slaw.

  • step 2

    Mix the tahini and yogurt with the remaining lemon juice. Tip the beetroot, celeriac and cabbage into a bowl then pour over the dressing and season. Toss well so all the veg are coated.

  • step 3

    Form the kofte mix into 12 small ovals and grill on a foil-lined baking tray for 10 minutes, until cooked, turning halfway through. Serve with the slaw, hummus and green salad, if you like.

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