Skewered kefta

2 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
10ouncesGround lamb
2tablespoonsMinced onion
1tablespoonChopped fresh parsley
1tablespoonChopped fresh mint or 1 1/2 teaspoon dried mint
¼teaspoonEach ground cumin, ground marjoram, salt, and pepper
2teaspoonsOlive oil
1teaspoonLemon juice
½Garlic clove, minced
¼teaspoonPaprika

Directions

In medium bowl combine lamb, onion, parsley, mint, cumin, marjoram, salt, and pepper; mix well. Divide lamb mixture into 4 equal portions. Form each portion into a sausage shape, pressing each onto a 12-inch wooden or metal skewer; transfer skewers to rack in broiling pan.

In measuring cup or small bowl combine oil, lemon juice, garlic, and paprika; using pastry brush, brush oil mixture over keftas, coating all sides. Broil, turning once, until keftas are browned on all sides, 5 to 6 minutes on each side. Makes 2 servings, 2 skewers each.