Name: Lamb Kofta with Tzatziki and Grilled Vegetables
Prep time: 16 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 51 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 200 g plain full-fat Greek yogurt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp coriander; 1 tsp cumin; 30 ml olive oil; 1 tsp salt; 1 piece bell pepper; 1 medium cucumber; 10 g fresh mint; 3 clove garlic; 2 medium zucchini; 400 g ground lamb

1

Preheat the grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat for 5 minutes.

2

In a food processor, combine the cucumber (halved lengthwise, seeds scooped out), yogurt, 1 garlic clove, mint, and a pinch of salt. Pulse until smooth to make tzatziki. Refrigerate until serving.

child_care Set aside 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt for the child before adding garlic and mint.

3

In a large bowl, mix the ground lamb, cumin, coriander, remaining 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Form into 6 oval patties about 1 cm thick.

child_care Before adding spices, set aside one small patty for the child, then season the rest.

4

Slice the zucchini and bell pepper into 1 cm thick strips. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt.

5

Grill the lamb patties for 4–5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (internal temperature 71°C). Transfer to a plate and let rest.

child_care Cut the child's patty into small pieces once cool.

6

Grill the vegetable strips for 3–4 minutes per side until charred and tender. Drizzle with remaining olive oil.

child_care Set aside a few plain zucchini strips for the child.

7

Serve the lamb kofta with grilled vegetables and a generous dollop of tzatziki.

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