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Fried Lamb Bread

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This hearty dish features golden-fried patties made from a savory blend of lamb mince and mashed chickpeas, seasoned with aromatic cumin and coriander. The combination of meat and legumes creates a rich, textured bite that is both satisfying and flavorful. Served alongside a cooling dip of Greek yoghurt, fresh cucumber, and garlic, it offers a perfect balance of warm spices and crisp freshness. Ideal for a casual lunch or as part of a mezze spread, this recipe brings together rustic ingredients for a meal that feels homemade and comforting.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 502.9
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This hearty dish features golden-fried patties made from a savory blend of lamb mince and mashed chickpeas, seasoned with aromatic cumin and coriander. The combination of meat and legumes creates a rich, textured bite that is both satisfying and flavorful. Served alongside a cooling dip of Greek yoghurt, fresh cucumber, and garlic, it offers a perfect balance of warm spices and crisp freshness. Ideal for a casual lunch or as part of a mezze spread, this recipe brings together rustic ingredients for a meal that feels homemade and comforting.
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 500 g lamb mince
  • 1 cup Greek-style natural yoghurt
  • 1 Lebanese cucumber, finely chopped
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened and lightly golden.
  3. 3
    Stir in the crushed garlic, cumin, and coriander; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. 4
    Add the lamb mince to the pan and break it up with a spoon. Cook for 8-10 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. 5
    While the lamb cooks, place the rinsed chickpeas in a food processor and pulse until coarsely mashed.
  6. 6
    Mix the mashed chickpeas into the cooked lamb mixture in the pan; stir to combine well.
  7. 7
    Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly, then shape into small patties or meatballs.
  8. 8
    Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in the same pan over medium heat.
  9. 9
    Fry the patties for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and heated through.
  10. 10
    Combine the yoghurt and finely chopped cucumber in a small bowl to make the dip.
  11. 11
    Serve the fried lamb patties warm with the cucumber yoghurt dip on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 502.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 40.5g63%
Saturated Fat 7.5g38%
Cholesterol 24.2mg9%
Sodium 24.7mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 23.4g8%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g28%
Sugars 4.1g
Protein 13.8g28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: lamb, chickpeas, greek, yoghurt, cucumber, cumin, coriander, garlic, patties, fried, meatballs, mediterranean, spicy, dip, herbs, onion, vegetable oil, healthy, protein, mezze
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