Spicy Apricot Lamb Kofta Bites with Honey Drizzle

Instructions

1. 1

   Finely chop the dried apricots, onion, garlic, and fresh parsley. In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb with the chopped apricots, onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.

   ~10 min
2. 2

   Roll the lamb mixture into small, bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter. You should get about 16-20 kofta balls.

   ~5 min
3. 3

   Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Carefully add the kofta balls to the hot pan, ensuring not to overcrowd it. Cook in batches if necessary.

4. 4

   Sear the kofta balls for 3-4 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. They should have a nice crust on the outside.

   ~8 min
5. 5

   While the kofta is cooking, in a small bowl, whisk together the honey and red chili flakes to create the drizzle. Adjust chili flakes to your spice preference.

   ~2 min
6. 6

   Once the kofta is cooked, remove them from the pan and arrange them on a serving plate. Drizzle the honey and chili mixture generously over the kofta bites.

   ~2 min