Lamb And Cashew Nut Kofti

• 8 ounces unsalted cashews
• 1 lb ground lamb
• 1 medium onion, chopped fine
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 3 green chilies, seeded and minced
• 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 inches gingerroot, peeled and grated
• 4 tablespoons oil (for cooking)

1. Soak the cashews in water for 4-6 hours.
2. Mix lamb, onion, garlic, coriander, cumin and chili powder.
3. Drain cashews, Place in food processor and process to a paste. You may have to add 1-2 tablespoons of water to help blend.
4. Add lamb mixture to processer and continue processing until a smooth paste is formed.
5. Turn the mixture into a bowl. Add chopped chilis, cilantro, salt and ginger. Mix well.
6. Shape mixture into about 20 balls. Flatten into discs about 2" in diameter.
7. Heat a small amount of oil in frying pan. Cook patties 2-3 minutes per side, turning once.
8. May be served hot or cold.

cashews, ground lamb, onion, ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric, chili powder, green chilies, cilantro, salt, gingerroot, oil

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/lamb-and-cashew-nut-kofti-425080 (may not work)