Albondigas (Andalucian Lamb Meatballs) Recipe

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   In a mixing bowl, stir together lamb, onion, garlic, 3 Tbsp.

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   cilantro, cumin, egg, salt and pepper and thyme and mix well.

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   Form into 1-inch balls, dust with flour and chill 10 min.

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   Heat oil in a 12- to 14-inch frying pan till just smoking.

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   Add in meatballs and cook till golden all over, or possibly about 7 to 10 min, and remove.

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   Add in Spanish onion and cook till golden and soft, about 6 to 8 min.

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   Add in stock and bring to a boil.

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   Return meatballs to pan and lower heat to simmer.

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   Cover and cook 30 min.

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    Place almonds, saffron, garlic, mint and remaining cilantro into a spice mill and process to a fine pwdr.

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    Stir into stock and serve immediately.

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    This recipe yields 4 servings.

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