Mediterranean Lamb Koftas with Herbed Bulgur
Savory ground lamb koftas, seasoned with aromatic mint and cumin, served over a bed of fluffy bulgur wheat and finished with a zesty lemon-tahini drizzle. A unique, vibrant, and complete meal.

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1390 calories
$6 per serving
$35 min
2 servings
general, mediterranean cuisine
Ingredients
- 250g ground lamb
- 100g coarse bulgur wheat
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 30g fresh parsley, chopped
- 15g fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.To cook the bulgur, combine 100g of bulgur with 200ml of boiling water or vegetable broth in a bowl. Cover and let it stand for 15-20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- 2.In a separate bowl, combine the ground lamb, grated onion, half the minced garlic, chopped parsley, mint, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Mix well with your hands until just combined.
- 3.Form the lamb mixture into 6-8 small oval-shaped koftas. Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Cook the koftas for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
- 4.While the koftas are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, the juice of one lemon, the remaining minced garlic, and 2-3 tablespoons of water until you have a smooth, pourable consistency. Season with a pinch of salt.
- 5.To serve, stir the remaining chopped herbs into the fluffed bulgur. Divide the herbed bulgur between two plates, top with the lamb koftas, and generously drizzle with the lemon-tahini sauce.
Nutrition Information
80g
fat
92g
carbs
26g
fiber
67g
protein
Why this recipe
This balanced meal offers high-quality protein from lamb for muscle support and is rich in fiber from whole-grain bulgur, promoting digestive health. Healthy fats from olive oil and tahini contribute to heart health, creating a satisfying and nutritious dish.