Fırın Kofte

Method

Combine ground lamb, minced onion, parsley, mint, breadcrumbs, egg, cumin, pepper and salt in a bowl, mixing gently until just combined. Shape the mixture into 12 oval patties approximately 7cm long. Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof frying pan over medium-high heat and brown the kofte on both sides until golden, about 2-3 minutes per side. Pour tomato sauce and stock around the kofte, bring to a simmer, then transfer to a preheated 180°C oven. Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes until the kofte are cooked through and the sauce has reduced slightly. Serve hot with the pan juices spooned over, accompanied by rice pilaf or fresh bread.