Air Fryer Lamb Koftas
These air fryer lamb koftas are quick and easy to make with lamb mince, aromatic spices, garlic and fresh herbs. Cooked until nicely browned on the outside and juicy in the middle, they're delicious served with warm flatbreads, salad and your favourite dip.
Servings: 8 portions
Calories: 161kcal
Ingredients
- 500 g lamb mince
- 50 g onion (approx half a small onion), finely sliced
- 2 garlic cloves crushed
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley or mint
Instructions
- Finely chop or grate the onion, then squeeze it firmly in your hands or through a clean tea towel to remove as much liquid as possible.
- Put the onion in a bowl with the lamb, garlic, spices, seasoning and herbs. Mix thoroughly with your hands for a minute or two, until the mixture feels slightly sticky.
- Divide into eight portions and shape each into a short, even sausage. If you have time, chill them for 20 minutes to help them keep their shape.
- Preheat the air fryer to 190°C if your model requires it. Arrange the koftas in a single layer with a little space between them.
- Air fry for 10–12 minutes, turning halfway, until browned and cooked through. Check the thickest kofta with a thermometer: the centre should reach 75°C for 30 seconds. Minced meat needs to be cooked thoroughly.
Nutrition
Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 171mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 131IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg
