Kofta Kebabs

Ingredients

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• 2 pounds lean ground lamb
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• 2 medium onions, finely chopped
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• ½ cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
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• ½ cup cilantro, finely chopped
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• 1 tablespoon ginger paste
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• 1 tablespoon green chile paste
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• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
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• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
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• 2 teaspoons paprika
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• 2 teaspoons salt
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• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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• 8 skewers
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• ¼ cup vegetable oil for brushing, or as needed
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Instructions

1. 1
   Mix ground lamb, onions, mint, cilantro, ginger paste, and chile paste together in a large bowl. Season with cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and cayenne. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours. Soak skewers in cold water.
2. 2
   Divide lamb mixture into 8 equal portions; mold portions onto skewers to form a sausage shape. Refrigerate skewers until you are ready to grill.
3. 3
   Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and brush the grate liberally with oil.
4. 4
   Cook skewers on the preheated grill, turning frequently, until nicely browned on all sides and meat is no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).