Cinematic Spiced Lamb Kofta with Pomegranate Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-29 · Updated 2026-05-29

Juicy lamb kofta infused with warm spices and herbs, finished with a tangy-sweet pomegranate glaze evoking the intricate plot twists of Inception. This Middle Eastern lamb recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs ground lamb, onion, and garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground lamb
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp pomegranate molasses
• 1 tbsp honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb with 1 small finely chopped onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
2. Step 2: Shape the mixture into 12 evenly sized oval kofta about 2 inches long.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the kofta and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through, about 12 minutes total.
4. Step 4: While the kofta cooks, whisk together 3 tbsp pomegranate molasses and 1 tbsp honey in a small bowl.
5. Step 5: In the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush the pomegranate glaze over each kofta, allowing it to caramelize slightly.
6. Step 6: Remove kofta from the skillet and rest for 5 minutes before serving with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.