Lamb Kabob Marinade
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
2 cup pomegranate molasses*
16 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
4 tablespoon ground ginger
4 tablespoon ground cinnamon
8 teaspoons ground cumin, divided
6 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
8 pounds lamb loins, cut into 3/4-inch
pomegranate seeds
torn basil leaves
Peppers in between
Egyptian Kofta
What You’ll Need:
1 pound ground lamb
1 pound ground beef (20% fat)
1/4 cup sour cream
1 cup parsley leaves
1/2 cup mint leaves
1 small yellow onion (or red onion)
3 garlic cloves (optional)
1 TBL salt
2 TSP all spice
2 TSP sumac
1/2 TSP chili flake (or 1/4 if you want it more mild)
1 TSP coriander
1/2 TSP cinnamon
1/4 TSP clove
1 TSP white pepper
STEPS:
Blend onion, sour cream, herbs, spices and garlic (if using) in a food processor
Add the watery mixture to a bowl with both meats
Mix very well together
Use a 1/4 cup spoon to measure out kofta
Shape into long ovals, patties or whatever shape you prefer
Grill or use a cast iron to cook through. Should take about 3-4 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reads 145 for medium, 155 for well done.