1 pound ground lamb
2 heaping tablespoons dry bulgur, soaked in 1 cup water until soft (about 30 minutes), then drained
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, grated and drained
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 egg
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground paprika (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional)
2 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce:
1 C Greek yogurt
1 diced cucumber
1 pinch each parsley, cumin and salt