Palestinian Kufta

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef or lamb
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup minced onion
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon minced jalapeno
• 1/2 cup minced flat leaf parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried mint
• 1 teaspoon allspice
• 3 minced garlic cloves

Directions

1. 1

   Make sure your minced items (onion, parsley, garlic, jalepeno) are very fine.

2. 2

   Mix all items together like a meatloaf, until incorporated fully.

3. 3

   Press meat onto wooden skewers, about the thickness of bratwurst. If the meat sticks to your hands, it may help to slightly wet them.

4. 4

   These are best grilled outside, make sure not to over cook.

5. 5

   You can also add extra jalepeno if you like, or a touch of red pepper.

6. 6

   Serve with toasted pita bread, and /or tabbouleh.