Turkey Kabobs with Mint Raita
Prep time: Cook time: Makes: 8 (2 per person)
What you need:
Kabobs:
- 1lb (454 g) ground Ontario turkey
- ¼ cup (60 mL) mint, finely chopped
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1tsp (5 mL) ground cumin
- 1tsp (5 mL) ground coriander
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ¼ tsp (1.25 mL) chili flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup (60 mL) black sesame seeds (optional)
- 16 6″ bamboo skewers
Raita:
- 1 cup (250 mL) plain yogurt
- ½ English cucumber, skin on, grated
- ¼ cup (60 mL) mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp (5 mL) ground ginger
- 1 tsp (5 mL) ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Make it Super:
In a medium-sized bowl combine kabob ingredients, except sesame seeds, and gently mix together. Remove a tablespoon of the mixture, shape into a patty and fry until cooked, approximately 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Divide the mixture into 16 portions. Form each portion around the top half of each skewer. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Cook in a preheated 375ºF (190ºC) oven for 12-15 minutes or until fully cooked.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine yogurt, cucumber, mint leaves, ginger and cumin. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Serve kabobs warm with Raita.
