Jamie Oliver Lamb Kofta Recipe
Jamie Oliver lamb kofta recipe is one of my favorite homemade meals. It is full of warm spices and fresh herbs. Every bite is juicy and flavorful.
Ingredients
- 500 g ground lamb
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 small onion finely grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of ½ lemonFor serving:
For Serving:
- Warm pita bread
- Greek yogurt
- Sliced cucumber
- Cherry tomatoes
- Mixed lettuce
- Pickled onions
Instructions
Prepare the Mixture
- Place the ground lamb into a large bowl. Add garlic, onion, parsley, mint, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, pepper, lemon juice and olive oil. Mix gently until everything combines evenly without overworking the meat.
Shape the Koftas
- Divide the mixture into eight equal portions. Shape each portion around a skewer or roll into sausage shapes using clean hands. Keep all koftas similar in size for even cooking.
Chill Before Cooking
- Place the shaped koftas onto a plate. Chill them for about 15 minutes. This simple step helps them stay firm and hold their shape while cooking on the pan.
Cook the Koftas
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the koftas for about 12 to 15 minutes. Turn them every few minutes until browned outside and fully cooked inside.
Rest Before Serving
- Move the cooked koftas onto a clean plate. Let them rest for five minutes. Resting keeps the juices inside the meat and makes every bite tender and flavorful.
Serve and Enjoy
- Serve the warm koftas with pita bread, fresh salad, creamy yogurt sauce and lemon wedges. Add extra herbs on top for fresh flavor and beautiful presentation.
Notes
- Use lamb with some fat for juicy results.
- Chop herbs very finely.
- Do not overmix the meat.
- Chill before cooking.
- Turn gently while grilling.
- Cook over medium-high heat.
- Let the meat rest before serving.
- Use fresh lemon juice.
- Serve immediately for the best taste.