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Tender Lamb Kofta Kebabs Recipe Easy Homemade Tzatziki and Flatbread

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Tender lamb kofta kebabs paired with creamy homemade tzatziki and soft flatbread, perfect for quick, flavorful weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground lamb (preferably grass-fed)
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped (optional)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ small onion, grated
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Olive oil (for brushing)
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (240 ml), full-fat
  • ½ medium cucumber, grated and squeezed
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for tzatziki)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (250 g)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt (for flatbread)
  • ¾ cup plain yogurt (180 ml)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for flatbread)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, parsley, mint, minced garlic, grated onion, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with hands until just combined (about 5 minutes).
  2. Divide mixture into 8 equal portions. Wet hands slightly and mold each portion around a skewer into a 4-inch long oval shape. Set aside (about 10 minutes).
  3. Grate half a cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. In a medium bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt to taste, and olive oil. Whisk until creamy and chill in fridge.
  4. Prepare flatbread dough by whisking flour, baking powder, and salt. Add plain yogurt and olive oil, mix until dough forms, then knead lightly for 2-3 minutes. Let rest covered for 10 minutes.
  5. Heat cast iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and brush with olive oil. Cook kofta kebabs for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (internal temp 160°F).
  6. Divide rested dough into 6 pieces. Roll each into 6-inch rounds. Cook each flatbread in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes per side until puffed and golden. Keep warm wrapped in towel.
  7. Serve lamb kofta on flatbread with a dollop of tzatziki. Optionally add sliced tomatoes, red onions, or fresh salad. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

Use finely ground lamb with some fat for juiciness. Squeeze cucumber well to avoid watery tzatziki. Wet hands when shaping kofta to prevent sticking. Avoid overmixing meat to keep kofta tender. Rest flatbread dough for easier rolling. Chill tzatziki for at least 30 minutes before serving. Can cook kofta without skewers as patties. For smokier flavor, grill outdoors. Flatbread can be swapped with store-bought pita or naan. Dairy-free tzatziki can be made with coconut or almond yogurt.

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