Flame-grilled skewers packed with spice.

Tender, flame-grilled lamb kofta kebabs infused with cumin, coriander, and fresh herbs, this is live fire cooking at its best. Shaped onto skewers and cooked directly over the coals, these lamb kofta skewers develop a beautiful char and rich, smoky aroma. Served with a creamy harissa yogurt and a crisp salad, they’re a flavour-packed lamb kofta BBQ dish perfect for sharing around the Kadai.

BBQ Skewer Cooking

Grill Main Lamb

FOR THE LAMB KOFTA:

1 lb ground lamb
1 tbsp olive oil
1 shallot, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 Fresno chilli or jalapeño, minced
¼ cup parsley, finely chopped
2 tbsp mint leaves, finely chopped
2 tsp ground cumin
1½ tsp ground coriander
¼ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground cardamom
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

FOR THE HARISSA YOGURT:

1 cup Greek yogurt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp harissa paste
1½ tsp smoked paprika

FOR THE SALAD:

1 cucumber, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
Fresh coriander, chopped
Chillies, finely sliced
Olive oil, salt, and black pepper, to taste

Method

PREPARE THE KOFTA

In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, herbs, shallot, garlic, chilli, spices, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly, then shape the mixture around metal skewers to form koftas.

COOK THE KOFTA

Light your Kadai and let the coals burn down to a steady medium-high heat. Place the skewers into the Skewer Rack or directly onto the Holi Grill. Cook the grilled lamb kofta kebabs for around 20 minutes, turning occasionally, until evenly charred and cooked through.

MAKE THE HARISSA YOGURT

In a small bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, harissa paste, garlic, lemon juice, and smoked paprika until smooth.

PREPARE THE SALAD

Combine cucumber, tomatoes, coriander, and chillies in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.

SERVE

Serve the lamb kofta BBQ skewers over the fresh salad and drizzle generously with the harissa yogurt. Best enjoyed straight from the flames.

Created By
Will Madeley

Kadai Fire Chef

A true foodie with a flair for creativity, Will loves experimenting over live fire to craft everyday and unique dishes, exploring new techniques and flavour combinations.

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Grilled Lamb Kofta Kebabs

Grilled lamb kofta kebabs are full of spice, smoke and fresh contrast. Cooked over the Kadai until lightly charred, the lamb kofta skewers stay juicy while picking up the unmistakable flavour of live fire. Served with cooling harissa yoghurt and salad, this lamb kofta BBQ recipe is perfect for relaxed outdoor meals and fakeaway-style feasts.

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Grilled Lamb Kofta Kebabs

Flame-grilled skewers packed with spice.