#groundlamb

Kibbeh Spiced Lamb Skewers

Ground lamb mixed with mint and garlic forms skewers that cook through in minutes with a charred, spiced crust. Serve these with yogurt and they become something substantial enough for dinner without requiring much hands-on time.

These Keto Greek Feta Lamb Meatballs are packed with flavor and perfect for a low-carb diet. The combination of ground lamb, savory feta cheese, and aromatic herbs makes for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground lamb. 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese. 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 tsp dried oregano. 1/2 tsp ground cumin. 1/2 tsp salt. 1/4 tsp black pepper. 1/4 cup almond flour. 1 large egg.

Instructions: Preheat oven to 375F 190C. In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, feta cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, almond flour, and egg. Mix until well combined. Shape mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through and golden brown on the outside. Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Persians love to eat Luleh Kebabs, which are made with ground lamb and a mix of fragrant spices. You can make these kebabs quickly and easily. They taste great. They are great for grilling or broiling and would be great at a barbecue or for dinner during the week.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground lamb. 1 small onion, grated. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1/2 teaspoon ground sumac. 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin. 1/2 teaspoon paprika. 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Salt and pepper to taste. Wooden skewers, soaked in water.

Instructions: Put the ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, and all the spices in a bowl. If you want, you can add salt and pepper to taste. Thoroughly mix everything together until it's all well mixed. Remove the bowl from the fridge and wrap it in plastic wrap. This will give the flavors time to mix. Warm up the grill or broiler over medium-high heat. Cut the lamb mixture into equal parts. Then, put one piece on a wooden skewer and shape it into a long sausage-like shape. Grill or broil the skewers for four to five minutes on each side, or until they are cooked all the way through and have a nice char. Warm up the Luleh Kebabs and serve them with your favorite sides or pita bread. Have fun eating your tasty Persian Ground Lamb Kebabs!

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Lamb and Feta Nachos are a delicious twist on classic nachos, combining the rich flavors of ground lamb and creamy feta cheese with fresh veggies and a hint of spice. Perfect for a tasty snack or appetizer!

Ingredients: 1 lb ground lamb. 1 packet nacho chips. 1 cup crumbled feta cheese. 1 cup diced tomatoes. 1/2 cup diced red onion. 1/2 cup sliced black olives. 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. 1/4 cup sour cream. 1/4 cup salsa. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 teaspoon cumin. 1 teaspoon chili powder. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Preheat your oven to 350F 175C. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground lamb and cook until browned and crumbled, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors. On a large oven-safe platter or baking sheet, spread out the nacho chips in an even layer. Sprinkle the cooked lamb evenly over the chips. Evenly distribute the diced tomatoes, red onion, and black olives over the nachos. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top of the nachos. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the nachos are heated through. Remove from the oven and drizzle with sour cream and salsa. Garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Easy to make lamb meatballs flavored with curry, cumin, and turmeric. Served over a brown rice and riced cauliflower mix. A lovely dinner made in under 40 minutes. 

I grew up in a 3 bedroom apartment with my mom, stepdad, and two sisters.  It was an 1100 square foot typical 1930's building. The landlords were Greek so lamb, baklava, and the bread with an egg in the center came around once or twice a year. I always enjoyed what they were willing to share. As a kid, we ate beef, chicken, and pork regularly. But lamb was always a treat.

I shop Aldi consistently and they have upped their game as far as selection. Back in my 20's I would only shop Aldi when I had 20 bucks left to my name because you could eat for a week on that much money. I must admit their selection was not healthy. It was the kind of store you went to and bought a lot of processed foods. Over the past 10 years, they have made such strides. I buy organic fruits, vegetables, cheese, meats, and enjoy the selection. It's not so overwhelming and I can get through the 4-5 aisles pretty quickly. They have interesting specialty items. The staff they hire in my area tends to be upbeat and friendly. It makes for a nice shopping experience. So that's where I come to this recipe. They now carry ground lamb. Except for the turmeric they had everything I needed to make this recipe. 

You will need a bowl to throw in all the ingredients. Form the lamb into balls and place on a baking sheet. Depending on how you serve them you can make mini meatballs for appetizers or larger for a dinner serving. Just yesterday I used these same ingredients in ground turkey and it was delicious! Sometimes ground turkey can seem bland but not with this handful of spices.

On another note, I just pulled up Google maps and sure enough, the building I grew up in is still there and it's funny because it looked different to me. I wonder who lives there now. 

Makes 10-15 depending on size (for my house I made 15 so each person got 3)

Ingredients

1 pound ground lamb (I buy mine at Aldi)

1 tablespoon dried parsley

1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari

1 garlic clove, crushed

1 teaspoon curry

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon turmeric

salt and pepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. 

Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix to combine. Form into 1-2 inch balls, place on cookie sheet with some room in between each and bake for 20-25 minutes checking doneness after 18-20 minutes.