Indian‑Style Lamb Kofta with Yogurt‑Free Mint Sauce

Ingredients

• 400 g ground lamb
• 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).

2. 2

   In a bowl combine lamb, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and 1 tbsp oil; mix well.

3. 3

   Form mixture into 12 small meatballs and place on a baking sheet.

4. 4

   Bake 20‑25 minutes until browned and cooked through.

5. 5

   Meanwhile, blend mint, lemon juice, remaining oil, and a pinch of salt into a sauce.

6. 6

   Serve kofta with mint‑lemon sauce.