Moroccan Lamb Kofta Bites with Yogurt Dip

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Lamb
• 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground Coriander
• 0.25 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.125 teaspoon Ginger, ground
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 cup Plain Yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Mint, chopped
• 0.5 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine the 1 lb ground lamb, the 0.5 cup finely chopped onion, the 2 minced cloves garlic, the 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, the 1 teaspoon ground cumin, the 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander, the 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon, the 0.125 teaspoon ground ginger, the 0.5 teaspoon salt, and the 0.25 teaspoon black pepper.
2. 2Gently mix all the ingredients in the bowl with your hands until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the koftas tough.
3. 3Shape the lamb mixture into small, bite-sized koftas, about 1 inch in diameter. You should have around 16-20 koftas.
4. 4Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium heat (350°F / 175°C).
5. 5Carefully place the koftas in the hot skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning them occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
6. 6While the koftas are cooking, prepare the yogurt dip. In a small bowl, combine the 1 cup plain yogurt, the 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint, and the 0.5 tablespoon lemon juice. Stir until well blended.
7. 7Remove the cooked kofta bites from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes before serving. Serve the Moroccan lamb kofta bites warm with the prepared yogurt dip.

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