I adore Lebanese food and I'm very lucky to live in a city where there's an abundance of good Lebanese restaurants. However, nothing tastes as good as a lovingly prepared home-cooked meal, so here is my healthier version of a popular dish. It teams nicely with my kale tabbouleh.
LAMB KOFTA KEBABS WITH TAHINA SAUCE
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