Lamb Kofta with Tzatziki

Americans eat far less lamb than their counterparts in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Indeed, Americans consume just 1 pound of lamb per person per year compared to more than 60 pounds of beef. That’s a shame, because lamb, which is mostly grass fed, is both flavorful and healthy, and is especially rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

Ground lamb is milder in flavor and less expensive than lamb chops or leg of lamb, so it is a perfect entry point. These ground lamb patties, known as