Homemade Lamb Kofta Kebabs

Embark on a flavorful journey with our Lamb Kofta Kebabs recipe, specially designed for meat grinder enthusiasts. This recipe brings the exotic tastes of the Middle East straight to your kitchen, combining spiced ground lamb with fresh herbs for a truly unique meal. It's perfect for a family dinner or as a special treat for your guests.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds ground lamb (or grind your own from lamb shoulder)
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions for Recipe:

Preparation (15 minutes): If grinding your own lamb, cut the lamb shoulder into chunks suitable for your meat grinder and grind using a medium hole plate.

Mixing (10 minutes): In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb with onion, garlic, parsley, cilantro, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Forming Kebabs (15 minutes): Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape each around a skewer to form a kebab.

Cooking (10 minutes): Grill the koftas over medium heat, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred on the outside.

Estimated Times for the Recipe:

• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes

Appliance Settings:

• Meat Grinder: Medium hole plate for grinding lamb.

Additional Tips:

• Wet your hands before shaping the koftas to prevent sticking.
• If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before use to prevent burning.