Lamb Zucchini Koftas

DIFFICULTY
Easy Easy
PREP TIME
Under 30 Min. Under 30 Min.
COOK TIME
Under 30 Min. Under 30 Min.
SERVES
4-6 4-6
Lamb Zucchini Koftas
Kofta’s can greatly vary in taste and texture. This recipe takes inspirations from Turkey and is peppered with middle eastern flair. Served with a fresh tahini dressing, these lamb koftas make for a simple and delicious meal.
Main INGREDIENTS
  • Meat
Ingredients
Method

Ingredients

MAIN
  • 1 small courgette, grated
  • 1-2 tsp salt
  • 500g lamb or mixed minced meat
  • 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh coriander, finely chopped
  • 3 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp tahini sesame paste
  • Black pepper from the mill
  • Olive oil
TAHINI DRESSING:
  • 3 tbsp tahini sesame paste
  • 60ml water
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ½ lemon, zest and juice
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 small shallots
OTHER
  • Bamboo or wooden skewers
  • Method

  • 1
    Mix the grated courgettes in a bowl with 1-2 teaspoons of salt and leave to stand for 5 minutes, then squeeze the grated courgettes well to remove excess water.
  • 2
    Mix the prepared courgette, lamb, spring onions, coriander, mint, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and tahini in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 3
    Divide the mixture into 12 sausage shapes and put them onto wooden skewers. Make sure the mixture is secure and then brush them with a little olive oil.
  • 4
    Preheat the grill by placing it over a low-medium heat. Once hot, put the skewers onto the grill. Grill for about 4-6 minutes turn, reduce the heat to low and then grill for another 2-3 minutes, until they are cooked.
  • 5
    For the dressing, mix the tahini with the water until creamy, then stir in the garlic, lemon juice and zest, vinegar, shallots and season. Mix together well.
  • 6
    Serve the koftas with the tahini dressing and a fresh salad.