Mortadella from Aleppo

• 500 g (1 lb 2 oz) of lean minced beef
• 30

In a large bowl, knead together all ingredients except the pistachios. This is traditionally done by hand, but it can also be done in a food processor with the kneading hook. This makes the consistency even smoother.

Divide the meat mixture into four balls of the same size and flatten each ball with the palm of your hand to get rounds that are about 2 cm (¾ inch) thick.

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