Armenian Che Kufta (Raw Lamb Patties)

Ingredients

• 1 cup ground lamb (leg works well)
• 1 cup fine bulgur (cracked wheat)
• 1 small onion, chopped fine
• 1 cup parsley, chopped fine and divided
• 1 tablespoon green pepper, chopped fine
• 1-2 scallions, chopped fine
• salt and pepper
• cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Lamb should be put through grinder three times.

2. 2

   Mix in salt and pepper to taste, before adding bulgur and onions.

3. 3

   Add salt to finely chopped green pepper, finely chopped green onions and finely chopped handful of parsley.

4. 4

   Squeeze vegetables with hands to draw moisture and add to lamb.

5. 5

   Also add cayenne pepper, if desired.

6. 6

   Knead all together adding a little water until all ingredients stick together.

7. 7

   Shape into patties and garnish with chopped parsley.

8. 8

   Serve at once.