Lamb And Cashew Nut Kofti - cooking recipe

Ingredients

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)

Preparation

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