Description
Lamb Kofta Burek Juneteenth is a flavorful fusion of spiced ground lamb wrapped in flaky pastry, delivering a delightful treat that’s perfect for gatherings. Each bite offers a burst of savory goodness, making it an ideal choice for celebrations or cozy dinners. Serve with a refreshing yogurt sauce to elevate the experience and create memorable moments around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix ground lamb, onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Shape the mixture into small logs about three inches long.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface, cut into squares, place koftas in the center, fold over, and seal edges.
- Brush with beaten egg (optional) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, whisk yogurt and lemon juice together; season with salt.
- Serve warm with yogurt sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burek (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg