Lamb Kofta

Lamb Kofta is a flavorful and aromatic dish featuring spiced minced lamb skewers, grilled to perfection. This Halal Chinese BBQ twist adds a unique blend of spices and serves as a perfect centerpiece for a delightful meal.

Ingredients

• Ground lamb - 300 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Green onion - 2, finely chopped
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Five-spice powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Skewers - 4 (soaked in water for 30 minutes if wooden)

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, minced garlic, grated ginger, finely chopped green onion, chopped cilantro, cumin powder, coriander powder, five-spice powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Mix the ingredients thoroughly with your hands until well combined, then cover and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
3. After marinating, divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion around a skewer to form long kofta shapes.
4. Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the kofta are browned and cooked through.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, and lemon juice to create a dipping sauce.
7. Serve the grilled kofta hot with the dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich source of protein for muscle building and repair.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals such as iron and zinc.

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