Turkish Lamb Köfte with Charred Eggplant & Bulgur Pilaf

Name: Turkish Lamb Köfte with Charred Eggplant & Bulgur Pilaf
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1.25 lbs ground lamb; 0.5 cup fresh mint; 0.25 cup fresh parsley; 0.5 medium onion; 3 cloves garlic; 1.5 tsp ground cumin; 0.5 tsp sumac; 0.75 tsp sea salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 1.5 cups bulgur wheat; 3 cups vegetable broth; 1 large eggplant; 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 0.75 cup greek yogurt; 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses; 0.25 cup pomegranate seeds; 0.5 whole lemon

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

Mediterranean Diet

Aromatic spiced lamb meatballs infused with mint and cumin, grilled until caramelized and served over fluffy bulgur pilaf with roasted eggplant and a bright pomegranate-yogurt drizzle. A vibrant Turkish dinner that's sophisticated yet remarkably simple.

Ingredients

1.25 lbs ground lamb
0.5 cup fresh mint
0.25 cup fresh parsley
Two cups of something delicious
A generous pinch of patience
The secret ingredient
A splash of good olive oil
Fresh herbs, chopped

Instructions

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