Lamb Kefta With Dates And Sage Recipe

• 2 sprigs fresh sage, stems discarded
• 17 dates
• 1 pound ground lamb
• Salt and pepper
• 4 to 6 pitas
• Hummus

1. Add the sage leaves and dates to a food processor, and process until the finely chopped. Use a spatula to scrape down any bits that have stuck to the sides. Add the ground lamb, and process until it forms a slightly chunky paste. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Divide the mixture into 10 balls. Mold each ball onto a skewer until it looks resembles a "flat sausage." (Note: Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes or use metal skewers if using an outdoor grill.)
3. Heat a cast-iron grill pan or a grill over medium heat. Add the skewered meat and cook until caramelized and completely cooked, about five minutes a side. Reduce heat to medium-low if the meat starts to burn.
4. Serve the skewers with pita and hummus.

sage, dates, ground lamb, salt, pitas

Taken from www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2012/03/lamb-kefta-with-dates-and-sage.html (may not work)