Adana Kebab (Ground Lamb Kebab)
Turkish grilled lamb kebabs feature a savory blend of ground lamb, cumin, tangy sumac, and spicy red pepper flakes.
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Instructions
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Combine ground lamb, minced onion, garlic, 1 tsp each of cumin and sumac, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and ice water in a large bowl.
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Knead the mixture until tacky, then chill for 30 minutes.
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Form a quarter of the lamb mixture onto each skewer to create kebab shapes.
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Preheat the grill to medium-high and combine remaining 1/2 tsp each of cumin and sumac in a small bowl.
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Grill kebabs for about 12 minutes, charring on both sides, sprinkling with the spice mix during cooking.
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Serve kebabs with lettuce, red onion, parsley, tomatoes, cucumbers, and warm pita or naan.