1 - step 1 Heat 2 tsp oil in a pan and soften the onions for 5 mins.

2 - Add the garlic and spices and cook for a few mins more.

3 - Spoon half the onion mixture into a bowl and set aside to cool.

4 - Add the tomatoes, sugar and seasoning to the remaining onions in the pan and simmer for about 10 mins until reduced.

5 - step 2 Meanwhile, add the mint, lamb, apricots and breadcrumbs to the cooled onions, season and mix well with your hands.