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Published: Aug 2, 2022 · Modified: May 1, 2023 by Kelly Bloom · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Lamb Kofta Wraps

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When it comes to quick and easy weeknight meals, lamb kofta wraps are hard to beat. The lamb is mixed with spices, formed into shapes and either sauteed, grilled, or broiled as lamb kofta kabobs until just cooked.

two wraps holding lamb kofta balls with vegetables and Tzatziki sauce.

Why You Will Love This Lamb Kofta Recipe

Lamb kofta is a Middle Eastern dish made of ground lamb, onion, bread crumbs, and spices. They are super easy to make and the spice blend makes them amazing!

Top off with some Tzakziki sauce or Marinated Feta and bundle up in our Sourdough Naan or Mini Pita breads for a delicious meal. This light and healthy lamb kofta recipe can be on the table in less than 30 minutes!

These kofta balls can be cooked in a variety of ways, including frying, baking, or grilling. Lamb kofta wraps with tzatziki are a healthy and tasty option for an easy weeknight meal.

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  • Why You Will Love This Lamb Kofta Recipe
  • Lamb Kofta Wraps With Tzatziki Ingredients
  • How to Make Lamb Kofta Wraps
  • Serving Suggestions
  • Related Recipes
  • Substitutions and Variations
  • Equipment
  • Storage
  • Tips for Success
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Food Safety
  • Some Other Recipes We Are Sure You Will Love
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Lamb Kofta Wraps With Tzatziki Ingredients

  • Ground Lamb
  • Panko or bread crumbs
  • Egg
  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Cinnamon
  • Allspice
  • Nutmeg
  • Mace (Mace is a much neglected spice. If you don't have this, just use the nutmeg. Mace is the outer aerial surrounding the inner nutmeg, and it has a different flavor. Only a little is needed).
  • Coriander - the ground seeds. Did you know that coriander is the seeds of the cilantro plant? They taste completely different though!
  • Cumin
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Naan or Pita Bread - try out our Sourdough Naan and Mini Pita bread!

glass bowls of ground lamb, chopped onion, panko crumbs, spieces, garlic, and an egg.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

How to Make Lamb Kofta Wraps

Making this dish is super easy. If you can make a meatloaf or Italian meatballs, than you can make this delicious recipe for kofta meatballs.

Mix the Meat Mixture

Glass bowl with ground lamb, chopped onion, and spices all on top of lamb.
  1. Add all the ingredients except the bread crumbs and mix well.
panko crumbs on top of mixed ground lamb.
  1. Add the bread crumbs and mix them into the mixture.

Brown the meatballs

raw lamb kofta ballls in a cast iron skillet ready to brown.
  1. Saute in a skillet. You can also bake them.
browned lamb kofta balls in a cast iron skillet.
  1. When brown, turn and brown the other side.

Cook and then serve

clear lid covered skillet of lamb kofta balls cooking on how heat.
  1. Set the lid on the skillet and cook on low heat until meat cooked through.
cooked lamb kofta balls in a serving dish with wraps, vegetables, and Tzatziki sauce.
  1. Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot with garnishes.

Serving Suggestions

Serve as lamb kabobs, lamb skewers, or simply as kofta meatballs in warm Whole Wheat Tortilla Wraps with a simple cucumber-yogurt sauce called Tzatziki (pronounced zat-ziki) or our awesome Marinated Feta.

This light and healthy dinner can be on the table in less than 30 minutes!

two wraps holding lamb kofta balls with vegetables and Tzatziki sauce.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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Substitutions and Variations

Some great variations to try with this recipe is kofta skewers and burgers. Here are a few ideas:

  • Vegetarian Kofta - use the ground Impossible Burger to make vegetarian kofta balls!

  • Chicken Kofta - You can use ground chicken or turkey also.

  • Beef Kofta - use ground beef to make the kofta.

  • Kofta Burger - instead of making meatballs, form the spiced ground meat into burgers.

  • Kofta Kabobs - Form oblong sausage shapes, skewer lengthwise, and grill on the grill or bake in the oven for lamb kofta kabobs.

Equipment

I prefer a cast iron skillet for browning any type of meat ball. A grill or a broiler pan are other good tools to use when making this lamb kofta recipe.

  • Cast Iron skillet

Storage

You can store them covered in the refrigerator for up 3-4 days. Kofta balls of any kind freeze well. Freeze a double or triple batch before cooking on a cookie sheet. After they are frozen store them in a plastic bag in the freezer.

This lets you grab as many or few as you need. They can be frozen uncooked for up to a month, cooked for up to 3 months.

Tips for Success

  • Double or triple the batch and freeze the kofta meatballs for use another day.
  • Serve lamb kofta wraps with tzatziki or humus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kofta?

Kofta is a type of seasoned meatball dish that has many variations though out the Middle East, Balkan countries, and South & Central Asia. Koftas consist of a ground meat mixed with spices and other ingredients to hold it together, similar to meatloaf.

How much ground lamb do I need for a gathering of 20 people?

Calculate ¼ lb of ground meat per person if it is at an event with other food to choose from. That would mean you need 5 lbs of ground lamb to make up into lamb kofta meatballs. Each serving would be about 3 meatballs if you make 12 meatballs per pound of ground lamb kofta mixture.

Food Safety

  • Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C).
  • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat.
  • Wash hands after touching raw meat.
  • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
  • Never leave cooking food unattended.
  • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
  • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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two wraps holding lamb kofta balls with vegetables and Tzatziki sauce.
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Lamb Kofta Wraps

When it comes to quick and easy weeknight meals, lamb kofta wraps are hard to beat. The lamb is mixed with spices, formed into shapes and either sauteed, grilled, or broiled until just cooked.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time18 minutes mins
Total Time33 minutes mins
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Servings: 4
Calories: 442kcal
Author: Kelly Bloom

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • ½ cup Panko (or any dry bread crumbs)
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon ground Cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground Allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground Nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground Mace (optional
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Mix all the ingredients except the bread crumbs and oil into a bowl. Mix well.
    1 lb ground lamb, 1 egg, ½ cup onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, ½ teaspoon ground Cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground Allspice, ¼ teaspoon ground Nutmeg, ⅛ teaspoon ground Mace (optional, ½ teaspoon ground coriander, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • Add the Panko or dry bread crumbs and mix into the meat mixture. Form into 12 evenly sized meatballs.
    ½ cup Panko (or any dry bread crumbs)
  • Heat a cast iron skillet to medium high with the olive oil. When hot, place the meatballs in the skillet. Saute for 5 minutes and then turn to brown the other side for another 3 minutes. Place cover on the skillet and turn down to low for another 10 minutes.
    3 tablespoon olive oil
  • Remove the lid and transfer the kofta meatballs to a serving bowl. Serve with warm tortilla wraps or pita bread with your choice of shredded or sliced vegetables to create wraps. Top with some Tzatziki sauce.

Notes

  • Double or triple the batch and freeze the kofta meatballs for use another day.
  • Let the mixed kofta meat mixture sit in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes before shaping into either kabob sausage lengths or meatballs, it makes the mixture less sticky.

Nutrition

Calories: 442kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 124mg | Sodium: 741mg | Potassium: 79mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 67IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 3mg
Keyword : kofta ball, kofta meatball, kofta meatballs, lamb kofta, lamb kofta wraps

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