{"id":131195,"date":"2021-02-01T12:32:35","date_gmt":"2021-02-01T12:32:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eu.intelligentlabs.org\/keto-lamb-kofta-cauli-tabbouleh\/"},"modified":"2025-07-04T07:44:30","modified_gmt":"2025-07-04T07:44:30","slug":"keto-lamb-kofta-cauli-tabbouleh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eu.intelligentlabs.org\/en-gb\/keto-lamb-kofta-cauli-tabbouleh\/","title":{"rendered":"Keto Lamb Kofta With Cauli Tabbouleh"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Middle Eastern recipes can often have an intimidatingly long ingredients list with hard-to-find spices. But not our Keto Lamb Kofta with Cauli Tabbouleh! We\u2019ve made this recipe easy enough to make by using the spices you already have in your cupboard. These everyday spices add extraordinary flavor to the chargrilled lamb which perfectly complements the fresh, flavor-packed tabbouleh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traditional tabbouleh isn\u2019t exactly keto-friendly<\/a><\/strong> since it\u2019s made with bulgur wheat. So, we substituted bulgur with cauliflower rice, which means you\u2019re getting an extra veggie serving with your meal. Fortunately, tabbouleh is a versatile salad and is delicious when paired with a variety of grilled meat and fish (such as our keto lamb kofta). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ingredients For Keto Lamb Kofta & Cauli Tabbouleh<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For lamb kofta<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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 11 oz lamb mince<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u00bc onion, finely chopped<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 2 cups fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u00bd cup fresh mint, finely chopped<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 1 \u00bd tsp cinnamon<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 1 \u00bd tsp allspice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 1 \u00bd tsp cumin<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

For cauli tabbouleh<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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 \u00bd cup cauliflower rice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 2 tomatoes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u00bd cup cucumber<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 1 tbsp lemon juice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 salt and pepper<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

How To Make Keto Lamb Kofta with Cauli Tabbouleh<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. In a large bowl, combine the lamb, grated onion, parsley, mint, cinnamon, allspice, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper. Mix together with your hands and form into small patties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alternatively, if you have a food processor at home, you can put everything inside and shave a few minutes off your prep time. Process the spices first (onion, parsley, mint, etc.) before adding the meat to the processor. Then proceed to form the patties with your hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Heat a griddle pan and lightly brush with oil (could also use a frying pan or BBQ). Then fry the patties for a few minutes on each side until cooked through. Be careful not to overcook as the patties will lose flavor and end up dry\/hard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Meanwhile, prepare the tabbouleh by finely chopping the tomatoes and cucumber. Add these to the remaining herbs, spices, and cauliflower rice, and dress with lemon juice. Drizzle the olive oil and season. The cauliflower is served raw here, but you could also cook and cool before you add to the salad if you prefer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To serve (optional): parsley, sumac, tahini, pomegranate seeds – adjust carb count accordingly<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nutrition Info<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Keto Lamb Kofta with Cauli Tabbouleh <\/td>Calories<\/td>Fats (g)<\/td>Carbs (g)<\/td>Fiber (g)<\/td>Net carbs (g)<\/td>Protein (g)<\/td><\/tr>
11oz lamb mince<\/td>735<\/td>59.4<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>50.4<\/td><\/tr>
\u00bc onion, finely chopped<\/td>8.5<\/td>0.02<\/td>2.02<\/td>0.3<\/td>1.72<\/td>0.19<\/td><\/tr>
2 cups fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped<\/td>43<\/td>0.95<\/td>7.6<\/td>4<\/td>3.6<\/td>3.56<\/td><\/tr>
\u00bd cup fresh mint, finely chopped<\/td>4<\/td>0.06<\/td>0.95<\/td>0.5<\/td>0.45<\/td>0.24<\/td><\/tr>
1 \u00bd  tsp cinnamon<\/td>9<\/td>0.11<\/td>2.75<\/td>1.9<\/td>0.85<\/td>0.13<\/td><\/tr>
1 \u00bd tsp all spice <\/td>7<\/td>0.25<\/td>2.06<\/td>0.6<\/td>1.46<\/td>0.17<\/td><\/tr>
1 \u00bd  tsp cumin <\/td>12<\/td>0.7<\/td>1.39<\/td>0.3<\/td>1.09<\/td>0.56<\/td><\/tr>
1\/2 cup cauliflower rice <\/td>20<\/td>1.19<\/td>2.01<\/td>1.3<\/td>0.71<\/td>0.9<\/td><\/tr>
2 tomatoes<\/td>22<\/td>0.25<\/td>4.82<\/td>1.5<\/td>3.32<\/td>1.08<\/td><\/tr>
\u00bd cup cucumber <\/td>8<\/td>0.06<\/td>1.89<\/td>0.3<\/td>1.59<\/td>0.34<\/td><\/tr>
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil<\/td>239<\/td>27<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td><\/tr>
1 tbsp lemon juice <\/td>3<\/td>0.04<\/td>0.97<\/td>0.1<\/td>0.87<\/td>0.06<\/td><\/tr>
Totals<\/td>1110.5<\/td>90.03<\/td>26.46<\/td>10.8<\/td>15.66<\/td>57.63<\/td><\/tr>
Per serving (\/2) <\/td>555.25<\/td>45.015<\/td>13.23<\/td>5.4<\/td>7.83<\/td>28.82<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Can I use other types of meat for the keto kofta?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, of course. Not everyone\u2019s a fan of lamb. If you want to use other types of meat, feel free to do so. You can use ground beef, chicken, turkey, pork, mutton, and even seafood. You can also use a mixture of meat, e.g. ground beef & lamb, lamb and mutton, pork and beef, and so on. Feel free to experiment with the type of meat and the ratio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What about vegans and vegetarians?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Kofta<\/a> is so versatile you can literally use any type of ground meat. To make a vegan and vegetarian-friendly version, you can use meat-free substitutes like mashed beans, potatoes, tofu, lentil, or any other vegetable you want to use!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A few tips for moist and flavorful keto koftas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For the best tasting, moist and flavorful koftas, here are some tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n