Lamb Kofta Open-Faced Pita

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine yogurt, mayo, garlic, sugar, white pepper and salt.

Step 2

Preheat your oven to 400°.

Step 3

In your food processor, fitted with the blade attachment, combine the onion, parsley, mint and garlic. Pulse until finely minced.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lamb, beef and onion/parsley mixture along with salt, coriander, cumin, allspice, white pepper, turmeric and cardamom.

Step 5

Take a palmful of the lamb mixture and form oblong patties around metal (or wooden skewers that have soaked in water for at least 30 minutes).

Step 6

Place the skewers on a lightly sprayed wire rack that is set into a rimmed baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining mixture.

Step 7

Bake the lamb kofta for 20 to 25 minutes or until lightly browned on top and fully cooked through.

Step 8

Once baked, top warm pita or naan with hummus, lamb kofta and any other toppings your heart desires. Drizzle with the garlicky white yogurt sauce and extra black pepper.