LAMB, APRICOT & FENNEL SEED LOLLIPOPS

Updated at: Sat, 26 Aug 2023 04:29:56 GMT

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat (or high heat, if using an electric stove). If your pan isn't large enough to cook 18-20 kofta at once without overcrowding, preheat the oven to 325°F for keeping cooked batches warm.

Step 2

Put all the kofta ingredients, except the oil, into a large mixing bowl and work the mixture, thoroughly using your hands. Really pummel the meat mixture and ensure the ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 3

Drizzle into the hot skillet just enough oil to coat the base and allow it to heat up. Meanwhile, begin rolling your kofta - take a small amount of the meat mixture (about the size of a Ping-Pong ball) and roll it into a smooth ball, then place it in the skillet and fry for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until nicely browned and cooked through. Keep adding more and more balls as you make them, cooking in batches if necessary. Keep the cooked kofta warm in the oven on a baking sheet while you fry subsequent batches.

Step 4

Season the yogurt with salt and pepper. If the yogurt is too thick for drizzling, thin it down a little using olive oil and 1 tablespoon water or lemon juice.

Step 5

Arange the kofta on a large platter and pour over a generous drizzle of the seasoned yogurt, followed by adrirale of sweet tamarind sauce and a sprinkling of nigella seeds.

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