Kabab, lule (Baked lamb rolls)

Lule Kabab (Ground lamb roll)

Makes 4 kababs

Ingredients:

1 lb. ground lamb

1 tsp. ground coriander (kinz)

1/2 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. paprika

1/2 tsp. ground allspice (bahar)

1/4 tsp. ground black pepper (dakhdigh)

1 small onion, quartered & sliced

1 small bunch of parsley, trimmed

Directions

1. Mix spices with meat and knead thoroughly.

2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions, and roll each into a cylindrical shape, uniform in circumference, and place on a baking sheet.

3. Continue to do so with the balance of the meat.

4. Bake in oven pre-heated to 375º for 20 minutes or until well browned.

5. Garnish kababs with sliced onions and parsley.

6. Kababs can be eaten in a half loaf of pita bread, or a club roll; or with bulghour pilaf, and with tan (madzoun & water).