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Turkish Lamb Kofte with Crispy Fries

Spiced ground lamb patties grilled until charred, served over fries and rice with grilled peppers and tomatoes. A weeknight version of Turkish kebab house classics, ready in under 30 minutes.

Total time
28 min
Servings
2
Calories
628
Protein
28g
Turkish Lamb Kofte with Crispy Fries
satisfyingcasualturkishmiddle-easternlambtenderjuicyweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Start the fries in a skillet over medium-high heat with 2 tbsp oil, stirring occasionally until golden, ~12 minutes. Season with salt.

  2. Step 2

    While fries cook, mix ground lamb with minced onion, cumin, paprika, pepper, and a pinch of salt. Form into 4 oval patties.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a second skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Sear lamb patties 3 minutes per side until charred outside, interior stays pink.

  4. Step 4

    In the same skillet as the lamb, add halved pepper and tomato halves cut-side down. Sear 2 minutes per side until blistered and caramelized.

  5. Step 5

    Warm the rice in a microwave or small pot, ~2 minutes. Plate rice, top with kofte, and surround with grilled vegetables and fries.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • 10-inch skillet
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • measuring spoons

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