Grilled Lamb Köfte with Charred Tomato Bulgur & Whipped Garlic Yogurt

Ingredients

• 10 oz ground lamb, lean
• 3/4 cup bulgur wheat, uncooked
• 8 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, plain, full-fat
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses
• 3 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 medium onion, finely minced
• 3/4 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth, low-sodium
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 tsp sea salt, divided
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds, for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, combine ground lamb, minced onion, 2 tbsp mint, 2 tbsp parsley, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, 1/2 tsp salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Divide into 4 portions and shape into elongated sausage shapes about 3/4 inch thick.

2. 2

   Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cherry tomatoes cut-side down and char for 3-4 minutes until caramelized. Season with a pinch of salt and set aside.