Kofta kabobs (3 patties per serving)

½ medium onion , chopped coarse (about ¾ cup)
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon table salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano leaves
3 medium garlic cloves , minced or pressed through a garlic press (about 3 teaspoons)
1 pound 85 percent lean ground chuck
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Process onion, lemon juice, salt, pepper, oregano, garlic, and pita bread pieces in food processor until smooth paste forms, about 30 seconds. Transfer onion mixture to large bowl; add beef and gently mix with hands until thoroughly combined. Divide mixture into 12 equal pieces and roll into balls. Gently flatten balls into round disks, about ½ inch thick and 2½ inches in diameter.

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user AMAZINGANN.