Skewered Spiced Lamb Kafta

Mix together lamb, onion, lime juice and parsley.  Season with coriander, cinnamon, cayenne, allspice, cardamom, salt and pepper.  Refrigerate lamb mixture to chill.  Once chilled, shape into 24 approximately 3-ounce flattened patties.  Wrap around skewers.  Grill or cook in skillet with a little oil until done, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Brush pitas with olive oil and sprinkle with sumac.  Toast or grill until crisp.  Break into chips.

Serve with a chilled salad of couscous seasoned with thinly shaved fennel bulb, orange peel and juice, olive oil and torn fresh mint.  If desired, garnish with orange and grapefruit slices.

Recipe and image provided by the American Lamb Board.