Lamb Kebabs with Pomegranate Glaze

Name: Lamb Kebabs with Pomegranate Glaze
Ingredients: 1 pound ground lamb; 3 quarter-size slices ginger; 2 large cloves garlic or 4 small; 2 medium shallots; Zest of 1 lemon, and separately, its juice; 4 sprigs fresh mint; Handful fresh cilantro; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 4 tablespoons pomegranate molasses; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon garam masala, optional; Lots of freshly ground pepper; Oil, for drizzling; 1 cup plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons minced fresh mint; 1 large English cucumber, grated; 1 clove garlic, minced; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper