Arouk

Ingredients

 * 500g (1lb 2oz) minced lamb
 * 1 bunch parsley, finely chopped (stem discarded)
 * 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
 * 1 large onion, finely chopped
 * 2 eggs, beaten
 * 100g (4oz) plain flour
 * 1 tablespoon salt
 * 1 teaspoon baking powder
 * 3 teaspoons turmeric
 * 2 teaspoons ground cumin
 * 1 tablespoons garam masala
 * 700ml (1¼ pint) water
 * 100ml (3½ oz) oil, for frying

Directions

 * 1) Place chopped parsley in a large bowl and add chopped onions, garlic, salt, cumin, turmeric, garam masala, baking powder and flour then add meat and mix.
 * 2) Beat the eggs in a medium mixing bowl.
 * 3) Pour the beaten eggs to the mixture, add the water and mix well. Cover and set aside for 5 minutes.
 * 4) Place the oil in a frying pan and heat for 2-3 minutes on medium heat. Using a tablespoon scoop from the mixture and fry, making round shapes, frying 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly crisp.