Pan-Seared Egyptian Lamb Koftas
A flavorful and aromatic dish inspired by Egyptian street food, featuring tender lamb koftas cooked to perfection in a skillet.
Ingredients
- ●500g Ground Lamb80/20 lean to fat ratio
- ●1 medium Onionfinely chopped
- ●3 cloves Garlicminced
- ●1 tsp Paprikasmoked
- ●1 tsp Cuminground
- ●1 tsp Corianderground
- ●1 tsp Saltto taste
- ●1/2 tsp Black Pepperto taste
- ●2 tbsp Skim Milkfor moisture
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix well with your hands until just combined.
- 3
Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 4
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 5
Using your hands, shape the lamb mixture into 8-10 koftas, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter and 3-4 inches long.
- 6
Place the koftas on a plate or tray, leaving a little space between each.
- 7
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil to the preheated skillet.
- 8
Sear the koftas for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until browned.
- 9
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the koftas are cooked through.
- 10
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the koftas rest for 5 minutes before serving.