Kofte - Turkish Meatballs - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs lean ground lamb (or beef)
1 medium onion, grated
1 cup white breadcrumb
1 tablespoon water
2 eggs
1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1/4 cup of fresh mint, finely chopped (or 1 1/2 tablespoons of dried mint)
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon white pepper

Preparation

In a bowl add all the ingredients and lightly combine mixture. Set aside in the fridge for the flavors to meld at least 2 to 4 hours.
Form the mixture into balls then roll between your palms into sausage shapes.
Add a little olive oil on a cookie sheet covered with foil and bake for 35 to 45 minutes at 350 degrees or until Kofte is cooked through.
Serve with pita bread and a salad.