Palestinian Lamb Kofta with Tahini Sauce

Name: Palestinian Lamb Kofta with Tahini Sauce
Prep time: PT25 minutes
Cook time: PT45 minutes
Total time: PT1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Palestine
Ingredients: 1 lb Ground lamb (80/20 fat ratio recommended); 1 medium Onion (finely chopped); 0.25 cup Fresh parsley (finely chopped); 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 1 tsp Allspice; 1 tsp Cumin; 1.5 tsp Salt; 1 tsp Black pepper; 3 medium Potatoes (peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds); 0.5 cup Tahini paste; 0.25 cup Lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 0.5 cup Water (plus more to thin sauce); 1 clove Garlic (minced, for sauce); 0.5 tsp Salt (for sauce)

A comforting and flavorful one-tray dish featuring spiced lamb kofta (meatballs) baked with potatoes and topped with a creamy, tangy tahini-lemon sauce. This dish is a staple in many Palestinian households, offering a delicious balance of savory meat and zesty sauce.

준비 시간25 minutes

조리 시간45 minutes

총 시간1 hour 10 minutes

1회 제공량4

난이도Medium

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👨‍🍳 조리법

1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
💡 전문가 팁: Ensure oven is fully preheated for even cooking.
2
In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, chopped onion, parsley, minced garlic, allspice, cumin, 1.5 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Mix well with your hands until all ingredients are evenly distributed. Do not overmix.
💡 전문가 팁: Using your hands ensures spices are thoroughly incorporated.
3
Shape the lamb mixture into small oval or ball shapes. Arrange them in a single layer in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place the sliced potatoes in between and around the kofta.
💡 전문가 팁: Try to make the kofta and potato slices roughly the same thickness for even cooking.
4
Bake for 25 minutes, or until the kofta is browned and the potatoes are beginning to soften.
5
While the kofta and potatoes are baking, prepare the tahini sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together tahini paste, lemon juice, 0.5 cup water, minced garlic, and 0.5 tsp salt until smooth. Add more water, a tablespoon at a time, if needed to reach a pourable consistency.
💡 전문가 팁: The sauce will thicken as it bakes.
6
Remove the baking dish from the oven. Pour the tahini sauce evenly over the kofta and potatoes, ensuring it gets into the crevices.
💡 전문가 팁: Gently shake the dish to help the sauce distribute.
7
Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the sauce is bubbly and slightly thickened.
💡 전문가 팁: The sauce should be golden and slightly caramelized on top.
8
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with flatbread or rice.
💡 전문가 팁: A sprinkle of sumac or pomegranate seeds can add extra flavor and visual appeal.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓For a richer flavor, you can marinate the kofta mixture for a few hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
✓If your lamb is particularly fatty, you can drain off some of the rendered fat before adding the tahini sauce.
✓Adjust the lemon juice in the tahini sauce to your preference for tanginess.

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Add sliced tomatoes or bell peppers to the baking dish along with the potatoes.
Use a mixture of ground lamb and beef for the kofta.
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the kofta mixture.