Kofta

Ingredients

• •1 lb ground lamb
• •1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• •1/4 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
• •1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• •1/4 cup onion, finely minced
• •1 egg whole egg
• •2 tsp ground cumin
• •1 tsp ground cinnamon
• •1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• •1 tsp salt
• •1/2 tsp black pepper
• •2 tbsp olive oil
• •1 cup plain yogurt

Directions

1. 1Mix ground lamb, parsley, mint, breadcrumbs, onion, egg, cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a bowl until just combined.
2. 2Shape mixture into 16-20 meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter.
3. 3Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. 4Fry meatballs in batches for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
5. 5Remove meatballs and serve warm with yogurt sauce on the side, garnished with fresh herbs and accompanied by pita bread.

💡 Kofta stays tender when the meat is mixed only until herbs and spices are distributed; heavy kneading makes it dense.

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