Spiced Indian-Style Lamb Kofta with Tamarind Yogurt

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-12 · Updated 2026-05-12

Juicy lamb kofta meatballs infused with warm spices, served with a cooling tamarind-spiked yogurt sauce for an elegant dinner. This Indian-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs ground lamb, garlic, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 2 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1/2 tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp tamarind paste
• 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tsp ground cumin, 2 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp garam masala, 1/2 tsp red chili powder, 1 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Mix thoroughly with your hands until well combined.
2. Step 2: Shape the lamb mixture into 16 small meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk 1 cup plain Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp tamarind paste until smooth and tangy.
5. Step 5: Serve the warm lamb kofta with a drizzle of the tamarind yogurt sauce and garnish with extra cilantro if desired.