Gluten-Free Lamb Kofta with Cucumber, Lettuce and Dill Yogurt
Herby skillet-cooked lamb kofta pair with cool cucumber, crisp lettuce and a fresh dill yogurt dip.
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Ingredients
- 150 g ground lamb
- 1 tbsp gluten-free rolled oats, certified gluten-free
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp garlic, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp olive oil
- ½ cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 lettuce leaves, soft leaves
- 2 tbsp plain lactose-free yogurt
- 1 tsp fresh dill, chopped
Method
- Mix lamb, oats, parsley, garlic and cumin until evenly combined.
- Shape around skewers into slim kofta, pressing the mixture firmly.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook kofta, turning, until browned and the centers are no longer pink.12 min timer
- Stir dill into yogurt; serve kofta with cucumber and lettuce.
Why it works
- Gluten-free: Certified gluten-free oats bind the kofta, with no wheat-based ingredients or sauces.
- No spicy food: Parsley, dill and mild cumin flavor the kofta without spicy heat.
Celiac check: watch for hidden gluten in soy sauce, stock, malt vinegar and seasoning blends, and oats that aren’t certified. Gluten gives food ideas, not medical advice: always check labels for allergens and cross-contact.
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