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Kofte with Tzatziki
Ingredients
Serves 3 (2-3 kebabs per portion, depending on size)
This is a nice simple, quick recipe and can be prepared in advance - for best results make both the kofte and tzatziki a few hours before cooking and serving.
For the Kofte:
- 500g Lamb Mince
- 1 dessert spoon ground coriander
- 1 dessert spoon ground cumin
- small handful of fresh parsley, finely chopped
- small handful of fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1tsp dried oregano
- plenty of salt & pepper
For the Tzatziki:
- 200ml natural yoghurt
- 1 glove garlic, crushed or very finely chopped
- 1/2 cucumber, with watery centre removed & diced
- squeeze of fresh lemon
- small handful of fresh mint, finely chopped
- salt & pepper
Instructions
For the tzatziki, simply combine all ingredients, mix well and cover and refrigerate until use.
Note that you are well-advised to pre-soak your skewers in water for several hours - I didn't and as you can see they are rather scorched!
For the kofte:
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix very well, ensuring the other ingredients are evenly distributed through the mince.
- Roll into sausage shapes and insert a skewer.
- Flatten slightly so that they can be easily turned.
- Cook either on a griddle or under a hot grill for about 4 minutes either side, or until cooked through and browned on the outside.
- Serve immediately with the tzatziki, salad and split toasted pitta bread.