Description
Lamb Kofta Burek Juneteenth is a vibrant fusion dish that combines spiced ground lamb with flaky puff pastry, making it perfect for gatherings and celebrations. Each savory bite encapsulates rich flavors, honoring culinary traditions while offering a delightful experience. Serve it warm with a refreshing tzatziki sauce to elevate the taste and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup cucumber (grated)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground lamb with sautéed onions, garlic, cilantro, spices, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface.
- Cut pastry into squares; place a spoonful of filling in the center of each square. Fold and seal edges.
- Brush pastries with egg wash and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burek (100g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Substitute lamb with ground beef or turkey if preferred. - Incorporate crumbled feta cheese into the filling for added flavor. - Allow the filling to rest in the fridge for about 30 minutes before wrapping to enhance flavor.