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Minty Lamb Flatbreads Recipe

Name: Minty Lamb Flatbreads Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 400g lamb mince; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 1 tsp ground cumin; 2 tsp ground coriander; 2 handfuls mint leaves, half chopped; 2 large tomatoes, deseeded and diced; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 4 small khobez flatbreads or 4 soft flour tortillas; 4 tbsp low-fat natural yogurt; Mint leaves, remaining handful for garnish

ByBen Miller November 23, 2025November 23, 2025

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Introduction

These minty lamb flatbreads combine tender, spiced lamb with fresh tomatoes and cool yogurt for a delicious and easy meal. Perfect for a quick lunch or relaxed dinner, they bring vibrant flavors to the table with minimal effort.

Two round flatbreads are on a white tray over a white marbled surface with a clipped woman's hand holding one flatbread at the top. The flatbreads have a thin, lightly browned crust base, topped with a layer of ground meat mixed with small diced tomatoes and scattered green herb leaves. There are dollops of white creamy sauce unevenly spread over the top layer. The texture looks a bit crumbly from the meat and smooth from the sauce. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

400g lamb mince
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp ground coriander
2 handfuls mint leaves, half chopped
2 large tomatoes, deseeded and diced
4 small khobez flatbreads or 4 soft flour tortillas
4 tbsp low-fat natural yogurt

Instructions

Step 1: Heat a non-stick frying pan over high heat and cook the lamb mince for 5-6 minutes until it begins to brown.
Step 2: Add the crushed garlic and spices (ground cumin and coriander) to the pan. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until the lamb is fully browned and no liquid remains.
Step 3: Stir in the chopped mint leaves, diced tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
Step 4: Preheat your grill to high. Place the flatbreads on a baking tray and evenly spread the lamb mixture over each one.
Step 5: Grill the flatbreads for 2-3 minutes until warmed through and slightly crisp on the edges.
Step 6: To serve, scatter the remaining whole mint leaves on top and drizzle with low-fat natural yogurt.

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add a pinch of chili flakes to the lamb mixture while cooking.
Swap the lamb mince for minced beef or turkey if preferred.
If khobez flatbreads are unavailable, soft flour tortillas work just as well.
Garnish with a squeeze of lemon juice for added brightness.

Storage

Store any leftover lamb mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave before assembling flatbreads. It’s best to prepare the flatbreads fresh to keep them crisp.

How to Serve

Two round flatbreads sit on a shiny silver tray over a white towel with a blue stripe, all placed on a white marbled surface. Each flatbread has a golden brown crust with an uneven edge. The topping is a layer of cooked ground meat mixed with small pieces of orange carrot, sprinkled with bits of white cheese and fresh green mint leaves. A woman's hand holds a shiny metal spatula under the top flatbread. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare the lamb mixture in advance?

Yes, you can cook the lamb mixture ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 2 days. Reheat before spreading on the flatbreads.

What can I use instead of mint leaves?

If you don’t have fresh mint, you can use fresh cilantro or parsley for a different but still fresh flavor.