How To Make Barbecued Lamb Patties

Step 1: You will need

Step 2: Prepare the barbecue

If you have a charcoal barbeque, light it 30-45 minutes before you plan to cook. If you are using gas, light it up, turn it to it's highest setting and leave for 15-20 minutes to heat up.

Step 3: Barbecue the aubergines

With the small knife, prick the aubergines and place a few at a time on the barbecue and cook for 8-10 minutes each side.

Step 4: Soak the bread

Fill a bowl with water, add the bread and allow to soak for a few seconds, then squeeze to remove excess water.

Step 5: Start the lamb patties

Into a bowl add the minced lamb, bread, onions, garlic, parsley, cumin, salt and pepper. Mix with your hands until combined well.

Step 6: Turn the aubergines

Now is time to turn aubergines on the other side.

Step 7: Make yogurt sauce

Add chopped mint,olive oil,salt and pepper to the yogurt and mix well.

Step 8: Remove aubergines

The aubergines are cooked when soft. Remove from the barbecue and allow to cool.

Step 9: Continue with the lamb patties

Take a small amount of the lamb mixture and mould into a ball with your hands. Flatten slightly and place onto a tray. Continue until you have used up all the mixture.

Step 10: Barbecue the patties

Place the lamb patties onto the barbecue and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely browned.

Step 11: Serve

Using a small knife, make an opening on one side of the aubergine, place 3-4 patties on top and drizzle the minted yogurt over. Garnish with parsley and serve.