Dearborn-Inspired Lamb Kofta with Spiced Yogurt Dip

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

Juicy lamb kofta infused with warm spices, served alongside a cooling yogurt dip with fresh herbs, inspired by the diverse Middle Eastern flavors found in Dearborn Heights. This Middle Eastern-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs ground lamb, onion, finely grated, garlic, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 "Plan a meal with the AI" 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
• 1/2 medium onion, finely grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb with 1/2 grated onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
2. Step 2: Shape the mixture into 8 evenly sized oval koftas, about 3 inches long.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the koftas and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until browned on the outside and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix 1 cup plain Greek yogurt with 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Stir until smooth.
5. Step 5: Serve the lamb koftas hot with the spiced yogurt dip on the side for dipping.