Flavorful seasoned beef or lamb meatballs, simmered gently in a rich, tangy sauce made from full-fat yogurt, often flavored with garlic and dried mint.

Key ingredients

Ground beef/lamb, onion (minimal), parsley, allspice, salt, black pepper, full-fat plain yogurt, garlic, dried mint, olive oil.

If you order it anyway

Confirm meatballs are made without any breadcrumbs, bulgur, or other carb-heavy binders. Ensure the yogurt sauce is not thickened with corn starch, flour, or other starches.

If you order it anyway, say this (Arabic)

كفتة باللبن، لو سمحت تأكد الكفتة بدون بقسماط أو برغل. وصلصة اللبن بدون أي نشا أو طحين.

For the Kofta bel Laban, confirm no breadcrumbs or bulgur in the meatballs. Ensure the yogurt sauce is not starch-thickened.

Watch out for

Lactose (milk sugar) content in yogurt can be high depending on portion. Hidden starch thickeners in restaurant sauces are a significant risk.

Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.