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Spicy Middle Eastern Kofte

Flavorful lamb meatballs seasoned with sumac and garam masala, baked then finished with a sweet pomegranate and honey glaze.

LambAppetiserMeatballsBarbecueMiddle Eastern

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 105 kcals 1680.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 9.8 grams 156.4 grams
Fat 5.3 grams 84.2 grams
Protein 4.9 grams 78.4 grams
Cook Time
12 mins
Produces
16 kofte
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
4
tbsp
Pomegranate Molasses
Fruits
0.5
piece
Pomegranate
seeds only, to serve
Meat
400
g
Lamb Mince
NutsSeeds
1
clove
Garlic
peeled, crushed
1
tbsp
Sumac
2
tsp
Garam Masala
1
tsp
Black Pepper
cracked
1
tsp
Sea Salt
Other
4
tbsp
Honey
clear
Vegetables
1
piece
Shallot
peeled, very finely chopped

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C or light the barbecue.
  • Mix all kofte ingredients in a large bowl by hand until well combined.
  • Shape the mixture into 16 sausages and place on a baking tray.
  • Cook the kofte for 10 to 12 minutes until done.
  • Heat honey and pomegranate molasses gently in a pan to make the glaze.
  • Spear the hot kofte with cocktail sticks and arrange on a platter.
  • Brush with warm glaze, sprinkle with pomegranate seeds, and serve.