- 1 pound ground lamb
- 2 heaping tablespoons dry bulgur, soaked in 1 cup water until soft (about 30 minutes), then drained
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, grated and drained
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Mix together everything but the oil with your hands. Form the mixture into ovals about the size and thickness of small hamburger patties.
- Put the meat on skewers (as shown) and brush it with the oil. Grill or broil the patties for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side.
- Serve with the dipping sauce (see above), if desired.