Syrian Lamb Koftas
A flavorful and gluten-free take on traditional Syrian lamb koftas, perfect for a quick dinner or lunch. These lamb koftas are marinated in a rich and zesty mixture, then baked to perfection.
Ingredients
- ●500g Lambminced
- ●100g Breadcrumbs (gluten-free)to help bind the mixture
- ●1 medium Onionfinely chopped
- ●2 cloves Garlicminced
- ●2 tbsp Parsleychopped
- ●2 tbsp Lemon juicefreshly squeezed
- ●2 tbsp Olive oilfor brushing
- ●to taste Salt
- ●to taste Black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the lamb, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well with your hands until just combined.
- 3
Use your hands to shape the mixture into small koftas, about 5cm (2 inches) in length. You should end up with around 12-15 koftas.
- 4
Place the koftas on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between each one.
- 5
Brush the tops of the koftas with olive oil.
- 6
Bake the koftas in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned on the outside.
- 7
Remove the koftas from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.