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Chermoula Lamb Koftas and Balsamic Fig Sauce
Chermoula Lamb Koftas and Balsamic Fig Sauce

Chermoula Lamb Koftas and Balsamic Fig Sauce

with Herby Roasted Potatoes and Tomato & Rocket Salad

Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on November 07, 2025

Koftas (also known as 'kofte') are a popular type of meatball style dish. These Chermoula Lamb Koftas and Balsamic Fig Sauce pair spiced koftas with a sticky, easy-to-make fig sauce that adds tartness and a hint of sweetness.

Tags:
Calorie Smart
Allergens:
Wheat
Cereals containing gluten
Sulphites

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.

Total40 minutes
Active 30 minutes
DifficultyMedium

Ingredients

serving amount

450 grams

Potatoes

125 grams

Baby Plum Tomatoes

1 unit(s)

Garlic Clove

1 unit(s)

Red Onion

1 sachet(s)

Dried Oregano

1 sachet(s)

Chermoula Spice Mix

10 grams

Breadcrumbs

(Contains: Wheat, Cereals containing gluten)

200 grams

Lamb Mince

40 grams

Fig Jam

24 milliliter(s)

Balsamic Vinegar

(Contains: Sulphites)

40 grams

Wild Rocket

Not included in your delivery

¼ tsp

Salt for the Breadcrumbs

2 tbsp

Water for the Breadcrumbs

1 tbsp

Olive Oil for the Dressing

Nutritional information

Energy (kJ)2353 kJ
Energy (kcal)562 kcal
Fat18.2 g
of which saturates7 g
Carbohydrate70.1 g
of which sugars18.7 g
Dietary Fibre8 g
Protein26.4 g
Salt1.4 g
Potassium1135.8 mg
Calcium75 mg
Iron1.1 mg
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.

Utensils

Baking Tray
Garlic Press
Bowl
Pan
Aluminum Foil

Instructions

Roast the Potatoes
1

Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7.

Chop the potatoes into 2cm chunks (no need to peel).

Pop them onto a large baking tray. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat. Spread out in a single layer. TIP: Use two baking trays if necessary.

When the oven is hot, roast on the top shelf until golden, 25-35 mins. Turn halfway through.

Add the Onion
2

Meanwhile, halve the baby plum tomatoes. Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). 

Halve, peel and chop the red onion into 2cm chunks.

When the potatoes are halfway through cooking, add the onion to the same tray and sprinkle over the dried oregano. Toss to coat, then roast in your oven for the remaining time.

Make your Koftas
3

In a large bowl, combine the garlic, chermoula, breadcrumbs, salt and water for the breadcrumbs (see pantry for both amounts), then add the lamb mince

Season with pepper and mix together with your hands.

Shape into mini sausage shapes, 4 per person. Flatten to make koftas. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw mince.

Fry Time
4

Heat a drizzle of oil in a frying pan on medium-high heat.

Once hot, add the koftas to the pan and fry until browned all over and cooked through, 10-12 mins. IMPORTANT: The koftas are cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

Transfer the koftas to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.

Meanwhile, drain the fat from the pan and add the fig jam and half the balsamic vinegar. Bring to the boil, then remove from the heat. Add a splash of water if it's a little too thick.

Dress the Salad
5

When everything's nearly ready, in a medium bowl, mix together the olive oil for the dressing (see pantry for amount), remaining balsamic vinegar and a pinch of salt

Add the tomatoes and rocket to the dressing and toss well.

6

When you're ready to serve, plate up your koftas with the roasted potatoes and salad alongside. 

Spoon the balsamic fig sauce over the koftas to finish.

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