Lamb Koftas with Beetroot Relish

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Lamb Koftas with Beetroot Relish
  • Serves: 4
  • Prep time: 20 minutes
  • Cooking time: 30 minutes

The beetroot relish in this recipe is also terrific served with roast lamb, in salad sandwiches or to accompany grilled or roast beef. To add a spoonful of beetroot relish to any meat dish will take ordinary flavours and turn them into special!

Ingredients

Koftas

  • 400g lean lamb mince
  • ½ tsp each of ground cumin, coriander and cinnamon
  • ½ small red chilli, finely chopped
  • Freshly ground black pepper and salt flakes

Beetroot Relish

  • 440g can GOLDEN CIRCLE Sliced Beetroot , drained & julienned
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme

Method

  1. Combine lamb mince, spices, chilli, pepper and salt together in a food processor and pulse mixture to a smooth paste. Press meat onto skewers and refrigerate until ready to barbeque.
  2. Combine relish ingredients in a medium saucepan over low-medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until liquid evaporates by three quarters.
  3. Heat a barbeque or griddle plate until hot. Oil the skewered meats and cook for approximately 5-10 minutes or until cooked, turning as required.
  4. Arrange lamb Koftas on a plate and finish with a spoonful of beetroot relish. Serve with a simple garden salad.