Name: Authentic Armenian Kufta (Kufteh)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Armenia
Ingredients: 1 lb ground lamb (or a mix of lamb and beef); 1 large onion, finely grated; 1/2 cup fine bulgur wheat (or rice, soaked for 30 minutes); 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 egg (optional, for binding); 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing); 6 cups beef or vegetable broth; 1 cup red lentils (optional, for the broth); 1/2 cup rice (optional, for the broth); 1 large onion, sliced (for the broth); 2 carrots, diced (for the broth); 2 celery stalks, diced (for the broth); 2 cloves garlic, minced (for the broth); 1 bay leaf; Fresh parsley for garnish

Armenian Kufta Armenia

Large meatballs made from minced lamb, onions, and spices, often simmered in broth.

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