Tandoori-Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Mint Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-16 · Updated 2026-05-16

Juicy lamb meatballs infused with tandoori spices, served with a refreshing mint yogurt sauce perfect for dipping or drizzling. This Indian-inspired lamb recipe (gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs ground lamb, red onion, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 small, finely grated red onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
• 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, 1 small finely grated red onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garam masala, 1 tsp paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
2. Step 2: Shape the mixture into 16 evenly sized meatballs about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through (internal temperature 160°F).
4. Step 4: While meatballs cook, prepare the mint yogurt sauce by mixing 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a small bowl. Season with a pinch of salt to taste.
5. Step 5: Serve the warm tandoori-spiced lamb meatballs with the mint yogurt sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.