No mortar and pestle required for this magic carpet flavour ride. A fragrant spice paste is made in seconds then combined with freshly minced lamb for a meaty, juicy kofta that’ll transport you to the bustling markets of the East. Just roll n’ sizzle then pair with pickled cabbage, tabbouleh and yoghurt.
1Carefully assemble the processor with the grey spindle and green S-blade in the bowl. Add half the lamb and process until evenly minced. Transfer to a mixing bowl and repeat with the remaining lamb.
2Add the onion, garlic, spices, zest, chilli flakes, salt and black pepper to the processor bowl and process to form a paste, scraping down the bowl occasionally. Return the lamb to the processor with the spice paste and process until just combined.
3Divide the lamb mixture into 8 equal portions. Form each portion into a sausage shape, approximately 4-inches long. Lightly brush with the oil.
4Heat a grill pan or barbecue on high heat. Cook the koftas, in batches, until browned all over and just cooked through.
5Serve kofta with pickled cabbage, tabbouleh, yoghurt and flat bread, if desired.