Ingredients

2 lbs ground lamb
1/4 cup chopped of fresh mint
1 large onion , chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 hot peri-peri or 1 Thai red chili pepper , minced
1 red bell pepper , chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
3 eggs
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cream cheese , softened
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
8 garlic cloves , minced
4 tablespoons of fresh mint , finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Namibian Lamb Lollies are a popular street food in Namibia, a country in southern Africa. This recipe puts a unique twist on the traditional street food by adding in a variety of spices and herbs, as well as skewering the lamb on bamboo sticks for easy eating. The Garlic Cream Cheese Dip provides a creamy contrast to the spiciness of the lamb, making this dish a crowd-pleaser that will impress your dinner party guests. The recipe makes approximately 10-12 lamb lollies, perfect for sharing among friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2.Place the ground lamb in a large mixing bowl.
3.Add the chopped onion, fresh mint, red bell pepper, fresh parsley, minced hot pepper or Thai red chili pepper, salt, black pepper, allspice, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and paprika to the bowl.
4.Use your hands to mix everything together until it is well combined.
5.In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and cornstarch.
6.Add the egg mixture to the lamb mixture, along with the grated mozzarella cheese, and mix well.
7.Using your hands, form the lamb mixture into oval-shaped lollies around bamboo skewers.
8.Grill the lollies for approximately 6-8 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through.
9.While the lollies are grilling, make the garlic cream cheese dip. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, minced garlic, and ground cumin. Mix until everything is well combined.
10.Serve the Namibian Lamb Lollies hot with the Garlic Cream Cheese Dip on the side.

PROS

These Namibian Lamb Lollies are a delicious and unique twist on traditional grilled meats.
The Garlic Cream Cheese Dip adds a tangy and creamy element to the dish, which pairs perfectly with the spiciness of the lamb lollies.
Plus, the skewered presentation makes for a fun and easy-to-eat meal.

CONS

Lamb is a relatively expensive and sometimes not readily available meat in some areas.
Also, some people may find the spiciness of the hot pepper or Thai red chili pepper to be too much for their taste buds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a rich source of protein, and this recipe includes a variety of spices and herbs that have potential health benefits. Cumin has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, while cinnamon has been shown to help regulate blood sugar levels. Garlic has numerous cardiovascular benefits, and mint can help aid digestion.

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