Kiofte (beef and bulgur meatballs with mint)

Instructions

1. Soak the bulgur in a bowl of cold water for 15 minutes, then drain it, pressing well in a kitchen towel.
2. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, bulgur, onion, garlic, egg, cinnamon, cumin, paprika, mint, salt and pepper.
3. Knead for 3 minutes until you get a smooth, well-bound mixture, then let it rest 10 minutes in the fridge.
4. Shape small elongated meatballs about 6 cm (2½ inches) long, squeezing them firmly in your hand.
5. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the kiofte 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until well colored and cooked through.