LAMB KöFTE WITH TAHINI YOGURT SAUCE AND MUHAMMARA

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Lamb Köfte with Tahini Yogurt Sauce and Muhammara image

Turkish meatballs served on warmed round flatbread smothered in fresh Tahini Yogurt Sauce and homemade Muhammara (a spicy red pepper spread).

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 27

TAHINI YOGURT SAUCE
1 cup plain lowfat yogurt
2 Tbsp tahini (sesame seed paste)
1 small lemon, juiced (about 1 to 1 1/2 tsp juice)
1 tsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp kosher salt
KÖFTE
2 lb ground lamb
1/2 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
3 clove garlic, minced
1 Tbsp paprika
1 Tbsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
12 round middle eastern flatbreads, 5- to 7-inch size (with no pocket)
oil, for cooking
2 large onions, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices
MUHAMMARA (RED PEPPER SPREAD)
1/2 cup roasted red peppers from jar, drained and finely chopped
1/2 cup water
2 Tbsp pomegranate molasses (or more)
2 Tbsp fresh italian parsley, chopped
2 to 3 Tbsp breadcrumbs
2 Tbsp toasted walnuts, finely chopped
1 tsp ground cumin

Steps:

  • 1. Stir together all of the Tahini Yogurt ingredients in a medium bowl until well blended. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
  • 2. Line a large baking sheet with foil.
  • 3. In a large bowl, combine lamb, mint, finely chopped onion, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper and cayenne. With your hands, roll into 1 1/2-inch meatballs. Arrange on the foil-lined rimmed baking sheet.
  • 4. Preheat oven to 300°F.
  • 5. Heat 1 tbsp oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion slices and season with salt and pepper. Saute about 6 minutes or until browned. Transfer cooked onions to one side of the baking sheet. Place in oven to keep warm.
  • 6. Add 1 Tbsp oil to the same skillet over medium heat, and saute half of the meatballs about 7 to 9 minutes or until browned on all sides. Transfer to baking sheet in oven. Repeat with remaining meatballs, adding oil to skillet if needed.
  • 7. To the same skillet, add chopped roasted peppers and stir for 1 minute. Add water and 2 Tbsp pomegranate molasses. Bring to a simmer, scraping up bits with a wooden spoon, and cook for about 4 minutes or until reduced to about 2/3 cup, stirring occasionally. Mix in parsley, breadcrumbs, chopped walnuts, cumin and more pomegranate molasses (if desired, for taste). Transfer to small bowl.
  • 8. Place a little oil in a large skillet, add flatbreads, one at a time, and heat in hot skillet for about 2 minutes each side.
  • 9. For each serving: Arrange a bit of the cooked onions and meatballs on each warmed flatbread. Spoon yogurt sauce and muhammara (red pepper spread) on top, and serve immediately, while still warm.

Katie Dewa
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Overall, this recipe was a bit disappointing. The lamb kfte were a bit dry and the sauce was a bit too tangy. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


Mohammad Khayal
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I had trouble finding some of the ingredients and the instructions were a bit confusing. The lamb kfte turned out okay, but the sauce was a bit too runny. I would recommend this recipe to someone who is e


jihane jiji
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I followed the recipe exactly and the lamb kfte turned out great! They were juicy and flavorful. The sauce was also delicious and complemented the kfte well. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


krishna mondal
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more spices. The lamb kfte were a bit dry and the sauce was a bit too thin. I would definitely recommend adding more spices to this recipe.


Clarissa Hawkins
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the lamb kfte and the sauce. The muhammara was a bit too spicy for some people, but everyone agreed that the dish was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is


Zach Fox
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's because I used a bit too much muhammara. Other than that, the lamb kfte were delicious and the sauce was creamy and tangy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves s


FO YE J
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I'm not a huge fan of lamb, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm glad I did! The kfte were surprisingly juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I especially loved the muhammara, which added a nice touch of heat. I would definitel


Robert Babin
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it! The lamb kfte were so juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I especially loved the muhammara, which added a nice touch of smokiness and spice. I would definitely recommend


Nyarai Chamununga
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I've been looking for a good lamb kfte recipe and this one is perfect! The kfte were so juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was divine. I especially loved the addition of the muhammara, which gave the dish a smoky and slightly spicy flavor. Will defin


Tiger Ozair
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover lamb. The kfte were easy to make and the sauce was delicious. I served it with some rice and vegetables and it was a hit with my family. Thanks for sharing!


Nakisha Locklear
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I made this for my family and they loved it! The kfte were juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was creamy and tangy. The muhammara added a nice touch of heat. I will definitely be making this again.


Sajjadur Rahman
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This was my first time making lamb kfte and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the kfte were cooked perfectly. The sauce was also delicious and complemented the kfte well. I will definitely be making this again.


Kevin Maruta
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb kfte are always juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is divine. I love the combination of the tahini, yogurt, and muhammara. It's a perfect balance of flavors and texture


md rumman1
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This recipe is a keeper! The kfte were easy to make and cooked evenly. The tahini-yogurt sauce was creamy and tangy, and the muhammara added a nice kick of heat. I served it with some grilled vegetables and it was a delicious and satisfying meal. Tha


Lehumo Manamela
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I'm not usually a fan of lamb, but this recipe changed my mind. The kfte were so juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was divine. I especially loved the addition of the muhammara, which gave the dish a smoky and slightly spicy flavor. Will definitely b


Gio Toledo
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This lamb kfte recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were incredibly rich and complex, and the lamb was cooked to perfection. My guests raved about the tahini-yogurt sauce and the muhammara, which added a nice tangy and spicy touch to the