Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • 1/2 None red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley leaves, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1 None egg
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 None long red chili, finely chopped
  • 1/2 None lemon, zested
  • None None Tabouli
  • 3 oz couscous
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 bunch fresh parsley leaves
  • 1/2 bunch fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 None red onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 None lemon, juiced

Method

  • Combine ground lamb, red onion, parsley, mint, egg, cumin, garlic, chili and lemon zest. Form into 8 - 4 inch logs. Insert a skewer into each log and chill for 10 mins.
  • Meanwhile, to make tabouli, combine couscous with 1/2 cup boiling water. Set aside, covered, for 5 mins. Fluff with a fork then toss with cherry tomatoes, parsley, mint, red onion, olive oil and lemon juice.
  • Heat oil in a large frying pan over high heat. Working in batches, cook koftas for 6-8 mins, turning occasionally, until cooked through. Serve over tabouli.