Lamb Kefta with Dates and Sage

Name: Lamb Kefta with Dates and Sage
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 3
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 17 dates; 2 sprigs fresh sage, stems discarded; 454 grams ground lamb; 3 servings Hummus; 4 to 6 pitas; 3 servings Salt and pepper

Lamb Kefta with Dates and Sage might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe serves 3. One serving contains 747 calories, 33g of protein, and 37g of fat. If you have salt and pepper, sage, ground lamb, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the hummus you could follow this main course with the Dessert Hummus as a dessert. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a dairy free diet.

Instructions

Add the sage leaves and dates to a food processor, and process until the finely chopped. Use a spatula to scrape down any bits that have stuck to the sides.

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Sage

Dates

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Food Processor

Spatula

Add the ground lamb, and process until it forms a slightly chunky paste. Season with salt and pepper.

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Salt And Pepper

Ground Lamb

Divide the mixture into 10 balls. Mold each ball onto a skewer until it looks resembles a "flat sausage." (Note: Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes or use metal skewers if using an outdoor grill.)

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Sausage

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Skewers

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Grill

Heat a cast-iron grill pan or a grill over medium heat.

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Grill

Add the skewered meat and cook until caramelized and completely cooked, about five minutes a side. Reduce heat to medium-low if the meat starts to burn.

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Meat