Spiced Lamb Kibbeh (Dawood Basha)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup bulgur wheat
• 1 lb ground lamb
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp ground allspice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Directions:

1. Place bulgur wheat in a bowl and cover with warm water. Let it soak for 30 minutes, then drain and squeeze out excess water.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the soaked bulgur wheat, ground lamb, chopped onion, garlic, mint, parsley, cinnamon, cumin, allspice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
4. Form the lamb mixture into small oval-shaped balls and flatten slightly to form patties.
5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the kibbeh patties on both sides, working in batches if needed.
6. Transfer the browned kibbeh patties to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
7. Serve the spiced lamb kibbeh hot with a side of yogurt sauce or tahini for dipping.