Sumac-Spiced Koftes with Creamy Tzatziki

Sumac-Spiced Koftes with Creamy Tzatziki

PREP TIME

15 mins minutes

COOK TIME

15 mins minutes

YIELDS

Serves 4

Ingredients

Koftes

500g lamb mince

1 ½ tbsp The Spice People Greek Gyros Seasoning

1 tsp The Spice People Sumac

1 tsp The Spice People oregano

2 garlic cloves, minced

½ red onion, finely chopped

2 tbsp chopped parsley
1 tbsp olive oil

Zest from 1 lemon

Salt and pepper, to taste

Salad

2 cups finely sliced cabbage

½ red onion, thinly sliced
Juice of ½ lemon

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp chopped dill

Salt and pepper

To serve

Homemade tzatziki with sumac

Lemon wedges

Warm pita or flatbreads

Memories

Inspired by the sun-drenched flavours of the Eastern Mediterranean, these Sumac Koftes with Cool Tzatziki bring together spice, freshness, and conviviality. The smoky aroma of the koftes sizzling on the grill pairs beautifully with the tang of sumac and the creamy coolness of homemade tzatziki. Serve them with warm flatbreads, pickled vegetables, and a drizzle of olive oil. Its perfect for sharing under the summer sky.

Directions

Method:

  1. Combine lamb mince, Gyros Seasoning, Sumac, Oregano, garlic, onion, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well and shape into 8 small koftes.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and grill on a BBQ or pan over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through.
  3. For the salad, toss cabbage, red onion, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper together.
  4. Serve koftes with the lemon-dill salad, a spoonful of tzatziki, pita, and extra lemon wedges. Sprinkle a little sumac over the top before serving.