Mezzanine Layered Lamb Kofta with Mint Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

Juicy lamb kofta skewers layered with aromatic spices, served with a refreshing mint yogurt sauce that balances the savory flavors. This Middle Eastern recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs ground lamb, onion, finely grated, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, 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 cup onion, finely grated
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 6 wooden skewers, soaked

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb with 1/2 cup finely grated onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp ground coriander, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves. Mix gently but thoroughly until well combined.
2. Step 2: Divide the mixture into six equal portions and shape each around a soaked wooden skewer into a long, even cylinder about 5 inches in length.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the kofta skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, turning carefully, until nicely browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup plain Greek yogurt with 1 tbsp lemon juice and a pinch of salt to make the mint yogurt sauce.
5. Step 5: Serve the hot lamb kofta skewers drizzled with or dipped into the fresh mint yogurt sauce.