American Lamb Kofta Kebabs

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Servings: 4-6 Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 pound ground American Lamb

  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tablespoons ground coriander

  • 1 tablespoon chopped mint

  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 4 to 6 bamboo skewers, pre-soaked

  • 4 to 6 pita flat bread

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • 1 tablespoon sriracha

  • 1 large bunch mint

DIRECTIONS

In a large bowl, combine Lamb, garlic, coriander, mint, paprika and cumin. Form patties, the size of large meatballs; roll out to ovals and place on a tray. Insert skewers.

In a separate bowl, combine yogurt and sriracha.

Grill koftas on a medium-high heat grill, about 350°F, for 3 minutes per side or until a thermometer reads 160°F. (Oil grill grates so the meat does not stick.) Remove from grill; allow to rest under foil for 10 minutes. Grill pita bread for a few minutes to warm.

Serve koftas with warm pita bread and Greek yogurt dipping sauce. Garnish with mint.