Spicy Lamb Patties

Serves:
4
Chef:
Irv Miller
Ingredients:
1 pound ground lamb
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tsp. garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. harissa paste
1/2 tsp. sumac
1/2 tsp. cumin powder
1/2 tsp. coriander powder
1/4 tsp. cinnamon powder
1 tsp. fennel seeds
Kosher or sea salt to taste
Instructions:

Toast fennel seeds in a small sauté pan over medium heat until fragrant and slightly darker, about 1 minute. Grind to powder in a coffee grinder. In a mixing bowl, combine the lamb, harissa and spices. Mix well with hands and then form into flat oval patties. Place a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side.

Apple Cider Glaze
Ingredients
Makes 2 cups
1 cup apple cider or apple juice
½ cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup honey
2 tsp. fresh ginger, peeled and grated
1 cinnamon stick

Method
Place all ingredients in a small saucepot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and reduce to concentrate ingredients, about 15 minutes.