Jersey Lamb Kofta with Mint-Yogurt Sauce and Flatbreads

Delicious and flavorful grilled lamb kofta served with warm flatbreads, a refreshing mint-yogurt sauce, and a simple tomato-cucumber salad. A perfect Mediterranean-inspired dinner.

Prep Time

25 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

750 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

6 items

Cost

£3.91/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Dinner•Snack•Salad•Bread

Cuisine:

Jersey•Mediterranean

Main Ingredient:

Lamb

Cooking Style:

Quick & Easy•Grilling

Mood:

Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

1lbGround Jersey Lamb(Look for ground lamb with a good balance of fat.)

£8.00

0.5Red Onion(Finely chopped)

£0.30

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

0.3cupFresh Mint(Chopped)

£0.75

0.3cupFresh Parsley(Chopped)

£0.50

1tspCumin(Ground)

£0.10

0.5tspCoriander(Ground)

£0.05

0.5tspPaprika(Sweet or smoked)

£0.05

0.3tspCayenne Pepper(Optional, for a little heat)

£0.05

1tspSalt(Or to taste)

£0.01

0.5tspBlack Pepper(Or to taste)

£0.02

1cupPlain Yogurt(Greek yogurt is best)

£0.60

0.3cupFresh Mint(Chopped, for the sauce)

£0.75

1tbspLemon Juice(Freshly squeezed)

£0.10

1cloveGarlic(Minced, for the sauce)

£0.10

0.3tspSalt(Or to taste)

£0.01

0.3tspBlack Pepper(Or to taste)

£0.02

4Flatbreads(Store-bought or homemade)

£2.00

2Tomatoes(Diced)

£0.80

1Cucumber(Diced)

£0.70

0.3Red Onion(Thinly sliced)

£0.30

2tbspOlive Oil(For the salad)

£0.20

1tbspLemon Juice(For the salad)

£0.10

0.3tspSalt(For the salad, or to taste)

£0.01

0.3tspBlack Pepper(For the salad, or to taste)

£0.02

Total Cost

£15.64

£3.91 per serving

Instructions

1.
**Prepare the Kofta:** In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, chopped red onion, minced garlic, chopped mint, chopped parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix well with your hands until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
2.
Shape the Kofta: Shape the mixture into small, elongated meatballs (kofta). You can thread them onto skewers for easier grilling, if desired.
3.
**Make the Mint-Yogurt Sauce:** In a small bowl, combine the plain yogurt, chopped mint, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
4.
**Prepare the Salad:** In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, diced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss gently.
5.
**Grill the Kofta:** Preheat your grill to medium heat. Grill the kofta for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly browned on all sides. Internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
6.
**Warm the Flatbreads:** While the kofta are grilling, warm the flatbreads in a dry skillet or on the grill for a few seconds per side, until pliable and slightly toasted.
7.
**Assemble and Serve:** Serve the grilled lamb kofta with warm flatbreads, a generous dollop of mint-yogurt sauce, and the simple tomato-cucumber salad. You can also add a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh mint to the kofta for extra flavor.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (350g)

750 kcal / 3138 kJ

Carbs

50g

19% of RDA

Fat

40g

57% of RDA

Protein

45g

90% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

6 g

20% of RDA

Sugar

12 g

13% of RDA

Sodium

1100 mg

48% of RDA

Saturated Fat

18 g

90% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For best results, let the kofta mixture rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before shaping and grilling to allow the flavors to meld.

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.

You can also bake the kofta in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.

Cooking Equipment

Grill

Mixing bowl

Small bowl

Cutting board

Knife

Skewers (optional)

Wine Pairings

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Chef's Tips

For best results, let the kofta mixture rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before shaping and grilling to allow the flavors to meld.

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.

You can also bake the kofta in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.

Jersey Lamb Kofta with Mint-Yogurt Sauce and Flatbreads

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