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 meat, lamb and turkey koftes (patties)

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Lamb and Turkey Koftes (patties)  

Inspired by the Turkish cuisine and memories of Yenicoy, Istanbul, these koftes are normally made of only lamb or beef. This combination of meats makes these koftes light and very tasty. I serve mine with a fresh tomato sauce (recipe at end). These freeze well and are perfect for a buffet or main course. 

 
makes about 8 koftes 
 
250 g. ground lamb 
250 g. ground turkey breast 
100 g. uncooked rice 
1 med. onion 
2 T. minced parsley 
4 eggs 
1 T. butter plus 
extra butter and oil to fry 
flour 
1/2 to 3/4 t. salt

pepper 

If possible, have the butcher grind the meats together. If this is not possible, then gently mix together with a large chef's fork. Do not over blend. 
 
Mince the onion and fry with half of the mixed meat in 1 T. of butter until the liquid that is released is reabsorbed. In the meantime, boil the rice in water until tender. Drain. 
Mix together the cooked and uncooked meats, the onion, 1 egg, the parsley and the cooked rice. Salt and pepper to taste and knead together. 
 
Use a meatball press or take golf ball size amounts, shape into a ball and flatten slightly so that they are about finger thick. 
 
Beat the remaining eggs. Coat the koftes with the flour then dip into the beaten egg and fry in a hot oil and butter blend until golden. 
 
Serve cold or warm with a little of the fresh tomato sauce spooned over (optional) and a salad. 
 
Tip: A very tasty variation is a combination of 1 T. finely minced mint and 1 T. minced parsley. 

Quick Fresh Tomato Sauce: 
3 tomatoes 
1 T. butter 
salt, pepper, cayenne pepper 
 
Peel the tomatoes, remove the seeds and chop. Sauté in 1 T. melted butter with a little salt, pepper and about 1/8 t. cayenne pepper. Allow to simmer for a few minutes. This sauce is not intended to be 'hot'. The cayenne serves to offer a slight 'nip'. Adjust amount used to your taste.