Spiced Lamb Kofta Skewers
Boldly seasoned with cumin, coriander, and fresh mint, these lamb skewers bring the vibrant flavours of the Middle East to your plate. Served with a cool cucumber raita, they make a refreshing and satisfying dinner.
Prep
15min
Cook
10min
Total
25min
Serves
4
Per Serving
3g
Net Carbs
30g
Protein
20g
Fat
310
Calories
1g
Fibre
Nutritional information is approximate and for guidance only. Consult your GP or a registered dietitian before making significant dietary changes, especially if you have a medical condition.
🧊 Storage: Keep refrigerated and consume within 2 days of cooking. Reheat thoroughly until piping hot throughout. Do not reheat more than once.
Why You’ll Love This
Koftas are a brilliant way to enjoy lamb on a low-carb diet. By using a blend of warm spices like cinnamon and cumin, you enhance the natural sweetness of the lamb without adding any sugar. The addition of fresh mint and the cool raita creates a wonderful temperature contrast that makes this a perfect meal for both summer and winter.
Ingredients
- 600g ground lamb
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small red onion, grated
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
For the raita
- 150g Greek yoghurt
- ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp dried mint
Method
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Skewer prep. Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes.
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Season the lamb. Combine the lamb, garlic, onion, herbs, and spices in a bowl.
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Mix well. Work the mixture with your hands until it’s a bit sticky. This helps it stay on the skewer!
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Shape. Form the meat into long sausages around your skewers.
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Make the raita. Mix the yoghurt, cucumber, garlic, and dried mint. Keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to eat.
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Grill. Cook on a hot griddle or BBQ for about 10 minutes. Turn them often so they brown evenly.
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Enjoy. Serve while hot with the cool raita.
Tips & Swaps
- Beef koftas. You can substitute the lamb with ground beef if you prefer, but the flavour profile will be slightly different.
- Grating the onion. Make sure to grate the onion very finely. This releases its juices which keeps the lamb incredibly moist.
- Serving suggestion. These are excellent served with a side of buttery courgette ribbons or a simple Greek salad.
Key Takeaways
- Net carbs: 3g per serving — suitable for keto and low-carb diets
- Cook time: 25 minutes total (15 prep + 10 cook)
- Key ingredient: Ground lamb mixed with fresh mint and cumin (creates a vibrant, Middle-Eastern flavour without any added sugar).
- Best for: A protein-rich, aromatic dinner that’s beautifully balanced by a cool, homemade cucumber raita.