Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 ounce

oil

2 ounce

onions

minced

8 cloves

garlic

minced

2 ounce

breadcrumbs

fresh

3 lbs

lamb

lean ground

3 ounce

pine nuts

toasted

2.5 unit

eggs

beaten

1 ounce

tahini

(sesame paste)

3 tbsp

parsley

chopped

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

pepper

1 tsp

ground coriander

2 tbsp

ground cumin

1 tsp

ground fennel

2 tbsp

ginger

grated

Step 1
~4 min

Heat oil in a pan.

Step 2
~4 min

Saute minced onions in hot oil until translucent.

Step 3
~4 min

Add minced garlic to the onions and saute briefly until fragrant.

Step 4
~4 min

Remove the onion and garlic mixture from the heat and set aside.

Step 5
~4 min

Soak bread crumbs in water until softened.

Step 6
~4 min

Squeeze out any excess moisture from the soaked bread crumbs.

Step 7
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine the squeezed bread crumbs, sauteed onion, and garlic mixture.

Step 8
~4 min

Add the ground lamb, toasted pine nuts, beaten eggs, tahini (sesame paste), chopped parsley, salt, pepper, ground coriander, ground cumin, ground fennel, and grated ginger to the bowl.

Step 9
~4 min

Mix all ingredients together gently but thoroughly until well combined.

Step 10
~4 min

Shape the mixture into patties, approximately 1 inch thick.

Step 11
~4 min

Chill the formed patties in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.

Step 12
~4 min

Preheat grill or broiler to medium heat.

Step 13
~4 min

Grill or broil the patties until they are cooked through and browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, marinate the lamb mixture for a few hours before shaping into patties.

Serve with a side of raita (yogurt sauce) and naan bread.

Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Patties can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (due to spices)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with naan bread and raita.

Serve alongside a fresh salad.

Serve as part of a mezze platter.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Naan bread
Raita (yogurt sauce)
Cucumber salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Pakistan

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and celebratory dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Eid
Weddings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Party
Eid
Summer BBQ

Popularity Score

75/100

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